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After a run of barnstorming diplomacy in Palau, Taiwan has signalled its desire to continue attending Pacific Islands Forum summits. However, it is not yet clear whether the 2027 host New Zealand will allow leaders from the Asian super-economy to attend, with Prime Minister Chris Luxon non-committal on the prospect. Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung – whose presence in Palau left China fuming – said a 1992 decision to make his country a “development partner” gave him the right to attend. “Following a long-term tradition, either Taiwan’s foreign minister or deputy foreign minister will attend the PIF,” he said. “This…
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