Australia and Vanuatu have agreed to sign a security pact.

Australia and Vanuatu have agreed to security and economic pact. The deal is valued at $325 million and sees Australia committing to providing Vanuatu with significant defense resources. The deal comes as China has sought to increase its presence in the South Pacific and has formed agreements with several island nations.

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https://www.reuters.com/world/china/australia-vanuatu-agree-325-million-security-economic-pact-amid-china-2025-08-13/