Summary
- Australia aims to remain the “partner of choice” for Pacific Island countries in terms of security cooperation
- Climate change and geostrategic competition with China are top priorities for Australia in the region
- Australia’s engagement in security cooperation includes agreements with Pacific Island nations and participation in alliances like AUKUS and the Quad
- Geoeconomic competition, including trade routes and infrastructure investment, also plays a key role in Australia’s approach to security cooperation