China warns of 'consequences' for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summit

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China has warned of consequences for Taiwan following Taipei envoys attending a Pacific leaders summit. The event highlights intensified competition for influence in the Pacific region between China, the U.S., Taiwan, and regional powers like Australia and New Zealand.

Powerful nations interested in the Pacific have raced in recent years to shore up alliances among its leaders, intensifying a contest for influence between China and the U.S., Taiwan and forum members Australia and New Zealand