Pacific Leaders Call for 24-Hour Notice of Missile Tests After China Launch

Following China’s July ballistic missile test in the South Pacific, Pacific leaders have united in their call for 24-hour advance notice for future tests. This agreement was discussed at the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting hosted by Palau. The provision for advance warning is item 29 in the forum’s joint communiqué.

• Pacific leaders want 24-hour advance notice for future missile tests.
• This call follows China’s ballistic missile test in the South Pacific in July.
• Palau is hosting the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders Meeting.
• The agreement for advance warning is included in the PIF’s joint communiqué.