Australia Seeks Fiji Security Deal Despite China Fears

Australia, Fiji Agree New Security Treaty With Eye on China

(Bloomberg) — Australia and Fiji have agreed on a new security and political deal, as Canberra looks to shore up its influence in the region and limit China’s attempts to boost its presence across the Pacific.

Australia seeks Fiji security deal despite China fears

After a Beijing intervention stalled Australia's security pact with Vanuatu, ministers were in Fiji trying to secure a similar deal with the Pacific ally.

Security deal between Fiji and Australia appears close

Australia and Fiji are to sign a new bilateral treaty that will cover security and economic cooperation, join forces on fuel crisis response.

Wong looking to seal security deal with Fiji as China looms

Australia is working to finalise an upgraded security treaty with Fiji this week as China appears to have killed off efforts to clinch a similar deal with Vanuatu.

Australia, Fiji near security pact as China scuppers Vanuatu deal

Beijing is pushing back on Australia’s efforts to sign security deals with the Pacific, obstructing an agreement with Vanuatu.