New Zealand is gravely concerned about the possible militarization of the Pacific following a decision by the Solomon Islands government to form a security partnership with China, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Monday.
Confirmation on Friday by the Solomon Islands government that it was "diversifying" its security relationships beyond Australia has prompted alarm in Australia, New Zealand and the United States.
Solomon Islands opposition leader Matthew Wale said in an interview with ABC television he was disappointed Australia had not acted to stop a deal with China, after he warned Australia's high commissioner, or ambassador, last year. The "Pacific family" was best placed to provide security assistance to the Solomon Islands, he added, with Australia's Foreign Minister Marise Payne quickly "liking" the tweet.
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