Papua New Guinea

Rebels claim New Zealand pilot taken hostage in Indonesia’s Papua
West Papua National Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the attack on the aircraft and kidnapping of pilot.
Published On 7 Feb 2023
Australia finalising new security pact with Papua New Guinea
The Bilateral Security Treaty with PNG comes after China signed a security pact with the Solomon Islands in April.
Published On 12 Jan 2023
COVID vaccine hesitancy leads to child health concerns in PNG
Distrust of COVID-19 vaccine in Papua New Guinea linked to reduction in children receiving more general vaccinations.
Published On 30 Dec 2022
Australia promises millions in climate, security aid for Pacific
Some 900 million Australia dollars ($565m) will be allocated to the Pacific region, Foreign Minister Penny Wong said.
Published On 21 Oct 2022

Partnership deal signed by 14 nations follows historic summit at the White House and comes as China extends influence.

Washington is in heated competition with Beijing for influence among Pacific island nations.

The US is looking to reengage in a region where China has been steadily expanding its influence.

The US is elevating its engagement with the Pacific as Beijing increases its presence in the region.

With government resources limited, much of the rescue effort has been by individuals and small businesses.

Videos of the aftermath of a 7.6 magnitude quake show cracked roads and damaged buildings.

Brutal torture and assault of women accused of witchcraft go unpunished while policies to tackle issue falter.

The election was also plagued by violence, delays, fraud allegations and voters missing from the electoral roll.

Young mother shot at polling station while holding her one-year-old son, according to reports.

There had been speculation that Chinese firms are interested in buying Digicel, a cause of concern for Australia.

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