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The South Pacific and Melanesia: A strategic update
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The article discusses the current situation in the South Pacific and Melanesia, focusing on challenges faced by the Islanders, the power of Fiji and Papua New Guinea, Australia's decreasing influence, and the rising influence of Russia and China. It suggests ways for Australia to regain some of its lost influence in the region.