South Pacific
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Deep-sea mining: can it help solve our climate problems?
feature Environmentalists claim mineral extraction could destroy ecosystems, while mining companies argue for its green potential
By Harriet Marsden Published
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Why Australia is furious over China’s ‘secret’ Solomon Islands security deal
feature Beijing now ‘very likely’ to establish military presence in South Pacific, minister warns
By The Week Staff Published
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‘Toxic heritage’ of French nuclear testing exposed by new research
Speed Read Findings pave way for more than 100,000 people affected by carcinogenic fallout to claim compensation
By Joe Evans Last updated
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What the Bougainville referendum means for the world
In Depth The tiny island nation is expected to vote for independence from Papua New Guinea
By Gabriel Power Last updated
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China’s fight for the Pacific
In Depth Beijing’s influence grows as Papua New Guinea requests refinancing help
By Gabriel Power, The Week UK Last updated
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