New Zealand, Australia speak out against Pacific summit exclusions

Solomon Islands' decision to leave out dialogue partners sparks finger-pointing

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New Zealand's Winston Peters speaks at a meeting of Pacific Islands Forum foreign ministers in Suva, Fiji, on Aug. 14. (Screenshot from the X account of New Zealand's Foreign Ministry) 

SOPHIE MAK

SYDNEY -- Pacific Islands Forum members New Zealand and Australia have signaled disapproval over a decision by the Solomon Islands to exclude the U.S., China, Taiwan and others from a leaders meeting of the group next month.

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