Pacific Defence Ministers Escalate Militarisation
The 10th annual South Pacific Defence Ministers' Meeting (SPDMM) took place in Viña del Mar, Chile, from October 22-24, focusing on "operational collaboration" between Pacific militaries to address "new trends in security challenges," primarily targeting China.
Defence Ministers or their representatives from Australia, Chile, France, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea (PNG), Fiji, and Tonga attended, along with observers from Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Baron Waqa, Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), was also present.
The SPDMM declares it is "the premier defence ministerial dialogue in the South Pacific, enhancing cooperation and driving Pacific-led responses to shared regional security challenges.
The meeting occurred amidst an escalating imperialist war drive across the region, led by the United States and aimed against China.
Author's summary: Pacific Defence Ministers meet to discuss regional security challenges.
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