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Dominic Giannini

Australia cops it over Vanuatu's police deal with China

Vanuatu's police minister has accused Australia of ignorance over his nation's pact with China. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Australia's Pacific minister has been chastised by a Vanuatu counterpart, being told to "check his facts" over comments about a Chinese policing agreement.

Vanuatu's Police Minister Andrew Napuat stirred ructions in Canberra after flagging Port Vila was chasing a memorandum of understanding with China about policing after he visited Beijing.

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