Papua New Guinea approves defence treaty with Australia | ABC NEWS
Australia and Papua New Guinea have signed the Pukpuk Treaty, a landmark defence agreement that enhances their security partnership.
This is Australia’s first new alliance in over 70 years, committing both nations to mutual defence.
Additionally, up to 10,000 Papua New Guineans will serve alongside the Australian Defence Force.
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