China’s law enforcement engagement in the Pacific Islands has expanded significantly in scope, ambition and political sensitivity over the past decade. What began largely as infrastructure support and training exchanges has evolved into a more strategic and, in some cases, operationally embedded presence.

This upcoming report will examine the scale, modalities and implications of People’s Republic of China (PRC) law enforcement assistance and policing cooperation in the South Pacific. It situates these activities within Beijing’s broader strategic framework and assesses how they manifest across Pacific Island countries with differing political contexts, capacities and security partnerships.

Drawing on extensive fieldwork conducted across the region, alongside policy, media and Mandarin-language source analysis, and OSINT research the report provides the most detailed assessment to date of PRC policing engagement in the region.

To mark the publication of this report, GI-TOC will host an online launch event to discuss:

• How PRC policing engagement fits within Beijing’s Global Security Initiative
• Implications for Pacific sovereignty and community policing traditions
• The response of traditional partners
• Risks, benefits and policy options for Pacific governments

Date: Tuesday 31 March 2026

Time: 10:00-11:00 AEDT / 11:00 am-12:00noon Fiji time  (Monday 30 March 2026, 19:00-20:00 EDT)

Format: Online

Register here.