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This picture taken shows flags from the Pacific Islands countries being displayed in Yaren on the last day of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) on Sept. 5, 2018. Mike Leyral/AFP via Getty Images
China has reclaimed its position as the second-largest bilateral donor to Pacific Island nations, surpassing the United States.
While Australia remains the top donor, its contributions have dipped below pre-pandemic levels, reveals the 2024 edition of the Lowy Institute’s Pacific Aid Map.
