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The Quad Group Is Moving Beyond Diplomacy in the Pacific - The Daily Signal
Why it matters
The Quad's expanded Pacific engagement directly supports Australia's Alliance pillar (Pillar 7) and Northern Arc positioning (Pillar 8) by coordinating with core partners to counter Chinese influence in the region. This reinforces the Western coalition's ability to compete for Pacific island allegiances before they shift toward Beijing security arrangements.
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