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China and Solomon Islands sign security pact, says Chinese foreign ministry China has signed a security pact with Solomon Islands, according to Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin. The agreement has sparked concerns from Australia and New Zealand about Chinese influence in a region where they have for decades held strong sway. The Pacific island nation switched diplomatic recognition to Beijing from Taiwan in 2019. After it was rocked by anti-Chinese violence in November, China donated anti-riot gear and offered to send police advisers. "The purpose of China-Solomon security cooperation is to promote social stability and long-term peace and security...
