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Andrew Brown

Marles says Pacific 'catch up' needed

Richard Marles says Australia must reengage in the Pacific after 'a lost decade' with the coalition. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles says there's a lot of catching up to do to re-establish ties with Pacific nations.

After the government announced it would spend $900 million over the next four years in Pacific aid, Mr Marles said it was crucial for Australia to increase engagement with the region.

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