Expert: ‘The Sword Is Being Thrust Into the South Pacific’

Experts Warn of China Thrusting a 'Sword' Into the South Pacific

This aerial photo taken on January 2, 2017 shows a Chinese navy formation, including the aircraft carrier Liaoning (C), during military drills in the South China Sea. STR/AFP via Getty Images

China is moving into the South Pacific in major and menacing ways, according to a panel of experts who convened at the Global Taiwan Institute on Dec. 9 to discuss China’s growing presence and influence in the island nations of the South Pacific.

China’s recent efforts in the region have paid off diplomatically.