Aug. 28 () –
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Wednesday that Pacific island leaders have backed a regional policing plan, a move seen as an attempt to limit China’s security role in the region, saying it is a way to “collectively strengthen peace and security.”
“Pacific leaders are working together to shape the future we want to see: improving capacity, cooperation and interoperability between Pacific police forces benefits all Pacific countries and the safety of our communities,” said the Australian Prime Minister.
Albanese said it was a “Pacific-led, Australian-backed initiative” that “leverages” collective strengths. “We are stronger together. Pacific security is a shared responsibility of the Pacific region and this initiative benefits each of our nations,” he added.
The agreement involves the establishment of four regional police training centres, the creation of the Pacific Police Support Group and a development and coordination centre, based in the Australian city of Brisbane, according to a statement released by the Prime Minister’s office.
To this end, Australia will provide nearly $400 million (€244 million) over five years to ensure that this plan meets its objectives. This contribution will include the infrastructure costs associated with the police centres.
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