Israel Accepted as a Pacific Islands Forum Partner, FM Says
Israel has become a Pacific Islands Forum partner, Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on X, describing the move as part of the country's broader effort to strengthen ties with the region. Before Israel's inclusion, the Forum had 21 dialogue partners including the United States, China, Japan and the European Union. Dialogue partners are countries and organizations outside the Blue Pacific region with significant interests in the islands and that contribute to discussions and initiatives aimed at regional development and security, according to the grouping's website.
