Japan and the Pacific island countries are on the second day, also the last day, of the Defense Minister-level dialogue, taking place from March 2-19, held in Tokyo.
On January 30, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese affirmed the country's position in the field of security with neighboring Papua New Guinea (PNG) and countries in the Pacific.
On December 21, according to Commander of the US Air Force in the Pacific, General Kenneth Wilsbach, Washington plans to reuse the old airport on Tinian Island in the Pacific Ocean.