Pacific island countries need support to address information manipulation (Blake Johnson – The Strategist)

Pacific island countries are being drawn into broader foreign information manipulation and interference efforts by countries such as Russia and China, which want to shape the global narrative in their favour. These operations often aim to create the illusion of widespread international support for authoritarian leaders and their policies. As the United States withdraws its support for efforts countering false information, Australia needs to step up in helping the region build information resilience.

Pacific island countries need support to address information manipulation | The Strategist