Now is no time for the US to lose its focus on Pacific islands

Summary

1. Congressional dysfunction threatens sustained U.S. commitment.
2. The Biden administration developed a comprehensive Pacific Islands strategy and hosted regional leaders.
3. Electrification in Papua New Guinea is slow.
4. Diplomatic tensions with Kiribati and Solomon Islands due to Chinese alignment.

References

• Media Check: The STRATEGIST Australian Strategic Policy Institute ASPI Australian Commonwealth-owned independent, think tank: HIGH CREDIBILITY
• Collections |The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC