The U.S. is seeking to bolster its outreach to the Pacific as Beijing gains sway in the region. Across Tonga’s main island, China’s footprint is clear, with many storefronts bearing Chinese language signs.
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to Tonga comes after the country was devastated by a volcanic eruption and tsunamiDestroyed beach resorts on Tonga’s main island are seen in January of last year following a volcanic eruption.NUKU’ALOFA, Tonga—When the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai
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