Pentecost port

Vanuatu says proposed Pentecost port for kava trade

Vanuatu has signed a deal with China for a feasibility study on a small port and a connecting road on the island.

The move comes as the US continues to warn of the increasing Chinese influence in the region.

Last year Vanuatu refuted claims that it was discussing the possibility of a Chinese naval base in the country.

Mr Reganvanu pointed out the latest development is simply to aid the domestic kava trade.