1. The Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting began on September 11, 2025 in the Solomon Islands.
- This year's meeting is unique as member Australia pledged $66 million USD to a fund addressing disaster risks and climate change.
2. The Solomon Islands did not invite external governments to this year's forum, reportedly due to China asking that Taiwan be excluded.
- This decision comes amidst China's expanding influence in the region, as demonstrated by the Solomon Islands severing diplomatic ties with Taiwan in 2019 and the Cook Islands signing an agreement to deepen ties with Beijing earlier this year.
3. Pacific Island leaders will issue a communique when their talks conclude on Friday. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized the region's geopolitical significance, stating that they treat Pacific Island nations with respect while acknowledging strategic competition in the Pacific.
- This year's meeting is unique as member Australia pledged $66 million USD to a fund addressing disaster risks and climate change.
2. The Solomon Islands did not invite external governments to this year's forum, reportedly due to China asking that Taiwan be excluded.
- This decision comes amidst China's expanding influence in the region, as demonstrated by the Solomon Islands severing diplomatic ties with Taiwan in 2019 and the Cook Islands signing an agreement to deepen ties with Beijing earlier this year.
3. Pacific Island leaders will issue a communique when their talks conclude on Friday. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized the region's geopolitical significance, stating that they treat Pacific Island nations with respect while acknowledging strategic competition in the Pacific.
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Summary
2025 Pacific Islands Forum held in Solomon Islands, Australia pledged $66 million for disaster risks and climate change fund. External governments were not invited due to China's request to exclude Taiwan, reflecting China's growing influence following the Solomon Islands severing diplomatic ties