# Australia and Fiji Forge New Alliance | Lubbock News

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Published: 2026-07-06T05:08:42+00:00
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Australia and Fiji have just forged a groundbreaking defense pact, the Ocean of Peace Alliance — Fiji’s first-ever mutual defense treaty — pledging to back each other in times of crisis, while also launching a $1 billion economic partnership over ten years to boost regional security and prosperity. Fiji’s PM confidently asserts China won’t object, seeing the alliance as a win for shared growth, not confrontation. This move is part of Australia’s broader strategy to solidify its role as the dominant security partner in the South Pacific, especially after China’s recent security deal with the Solomon Islands. Australia is now actively engaging with Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, and Tonga, and last week sealed a similar pact with Vanuatu — effectively shutting the door on Chinese military bases there. Australia insists these agreements are about regional stability, not targeting China. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ceedde70961103d8

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