New U.S. strategy to enhance Pacific ties amid China's rise in region

The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden vowed Wednesday to strengthen ties with Pacific island nations through an enhanced diplomatic presence and climate crisis support as part of its first strategy specifically focused on the region.The move comes as the U.S.-Pacific Island Country Summit is set to be held in Washington for two days from Wednesday, in another effort by the Biden administration to step up regional engagement in the face of China's expanding influence.Leaders from countries such as Fiji, the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Palau and the Solomon Islands are expected to …READ FULL ARTICLE