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In a blow for regional unity, Kiribati has pulled out ahead of the summit, a decision Australian PM Anthony Albanese calls 'unfortunate'.


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By Krishani Dhanji

Source: SBS News



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In a blow for regional unity, Kiribati has pulled out ahead of the summit, a decision Australian PM Anthony Albanese calls 'unfortunate'.



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