Israel accepted as a Pacific Islands Forum partner, Israeli Foreign Minister says
Israel will work with Pacific nations on water, agriculture and climate adaptation as the forum adds a new partner amid rivalry among major powers.
- On Wednesday, Israel joined the Pacific Islands Forum as a partner, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced in Wellington. The move aims to strengthen regional ties through Israel's expertise in climate change adaptation and water management.
- This partnership follows an intense diplomatic push by Israel in the Pacific, which saw embassies open in Fiji, Nauru, and Papua New Guinea earlier this year. These nations have bucked international pressure to recognize Israeli sovereignty in Jerusalem.
- Eynat Shlein, head of MASHAV, recently visited the region to explore partnership opportunities. Cooperation will focus on water management, desalination, agriculture, climate change adaptation, innovation and sustainable development.
- The 18-member Pacific Islands bloc remains a center of geopolitical contest, counting the United States, China, France, and Britain among 30 development partners. Pacific Islands nations have historically proven steadfast supporters of Israel.
- Pacific Islands leaders recently agreed to reform bloc partnerships into strategic and sector-based arrangements. Israel seeks to deepen diplomatic support amid mounting international pressure over its conduct of the war in Gaza.
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Israel accepted as a Pacific Islands Forum partner, Israeli Foreign Minister says
WELLINGTON, Oct 21 (Reuters) - Israel has become a Pacific Islands Forum partner, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar said on X, describing the move as part of the country's broader effort to strengthen ties with the region. Before Israel's inclusion, the ...
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