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Papua New Guinea and Australia Forge Historic Defense Pact

10/4/2025

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Papua New Guinea's cabinet approved the Pukpuk Treaty with Australia, marking a historic defense partnership.
Prime Minister James Marape emphasized the pact will boost PNG's defense capabilities and border security.
The agreement allows up to 10,000 PNG citizens to serve in the Australian Defence Force under dual arrangements.
Ratification by both parliaments is required, with signing anticipated on October 28.

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Papua New Guinea's cabinet approved the Pukpuk Treaty with Australia, marking a historic defense partnership.
Prime Minister James Marape emphasized the pact will boost PNG's defense capabilities and border security.
The agreement allows up to 10,000 PNG citizens to serve in the Australian Defence Force under dual arrangements.
Ratification by both parliaments is required, with signing anticipated on October 28.