Small island nations in the Pacific are increasingly important players in the strategic calculus of the Indo-Pacific. These states must balance relations with major powers while maintaining sovereignty and regional stability. This panel will explore how Pacific Island nations communicate their security concerns, navigate diplomatic engagement with powers like China, the U.S., and Australia, and manage their role in regional alliances and security frameworks. Key discussions will include how these nations use their collective voice to shape regional security discourse while protecting their own interests.