Pacific leaders endorse partner tiers and criticise China missile test

Friday 4 September 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 4 Sep, 6:01am

In this story Christopher Luxon, Pacific Islands Forum

Pacific Islands Forum leaders in Palau have agreed to a new system of partner tiers. During the retreat, leaders also reached a consensus to rebuke China following its recent nuclear-capable missile test.

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1. NewsroomFri 4 Sep, 5:00am

   Pacific leaders endorse partner tiers, criticise China missile test (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldFri 4 Sep, 6:01am

   Pacific to China: Warn us next time you fire a nuke our way (opens in new tab)