Group 1 - The FBI has opened a new office in Wellington, New Zealand, aimed at enhancing the capability of the US and New Zealand to counter China's presence in the Pacific region [1][3] - New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Peters denied that discussions between the two countries included any mention of China, emphasizing a focus on improving law and order in the Pacific [3][5] - Peters highlighted the importance of the new office in combating crime, drug trafficking, and substance abuse in the Pacific region, framing it as a positive development [5] Group 2 - The Chinese Embassy in New Zealand criticized the US narrative, asserting that transnational crime is a common challenge that requires cooperation among all nations, and opposing any targeting of third parties [5][6] - The Chinese government has expressed concerns over the US's zero-sum game mentality and its attempts to portray China as a threat, advocating for mutual respect and cooperation instead [6]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Embassy in the Bahamas refuted claims made by the U.S. Embassy regarding the China-Bahamas cooperation, particularly the loan agreement for the Nassau New Hospital project, labeling the U.S. statements as malicious attacks aimed at undermining bilateral relations and promoting the "debt trap" narrative [1] Group 1 - On July 11, the Chinese Ambassador to the Bahamas, Yan Jiarong, and the Bahamian Minister of Health, Dr. Duval, signed a government framework agreement for the Nassau New Hospital preferential loan project [1] - The U.S. Embassy issued a statement criticizing the project, which was perceived as an attempt to discredit China-Bahamas cooperation [1] - The Chinese Embassy spokesperson issued a strong rebuttal to the U.S. claims, emphasizing the validity and importance of the cooperation between China and the Bahamas [1]