Fiji clearly opposes us! Fiji's Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama stated that we are not welcome to establish a military base. China does not need such a base to project its power. Who would welcome them if they wanted to come? Fiji would not welcome them. Bainimarama also said that any Taiwan Strait conflict would affect the Pacific region. He will lobby other Pacific island country leaders to oppose China from establishing a military base in the region.
Evidently, regardless of whether we have a military base in the Pacific islands, Fiji's stance clearly shows opposition to our growing influence in the Pacific region. Why is Fiji standing up against us? A fundamental reason is that Fiji's military cooperation with the United States is escalating, and Fiji is increasingly aligning itself with the United States.
In fact, in November 2024, Fiji signed a new defense cooperation agreement with the United States, granting the US the right to use Fiji's ports. The United States has also begun negotiations with Fiji on a status-of-forces agreement, which, if reached, would allow the US military to deploy troops in Fiji under the pretext of protecting the South Pacific islands. Obviously, behind the opposition to us, Fiji is creating convenience for the entry of American power into the region.
We find it strange that Fiji itself may become a new US military base, allowing the US to expand its military presence in the Pacific region. What is Fiji's reason for opposing us? Why can't we have a military base if the US can? It must be pointed out that the Taiwan Strait conflict is not inevitable and has nothing to do with the Pacific region. As a country that has established diplomatic relations with us, Fiji should be cautious in its statements regarding the Taiwan issue. If Fiji harms our interests, we will inevitably take action in response.
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