The Conversation23d
A defence treaty with PNG might seem like a ‘win’ for Australia. But there are 4 crucial questions to answer
In 1977, Australia and PNG adopted a formal defence relationship. Australia, however, was cautious about instability in PNG and the risk of being drawn into a conflict along its land border with ...
The Australian24d
PNG defence pact with Canberra to frustrate Beijing
It will create a framework for the nation’s defence forces to co-operate across all areas of security, and is likely to open the way for a greater Australian military presence in PNG.
Australian Broadcasting Corporation24d
Australia and Papua New Guinea to begin negotiations on new defence treaty
Australia and Papua New Guinea will on Thursday announce they are beginning negotiations on a defence treaty, in a move that could have major implications for national security and the Pacific's ...
Mena FN23d
A Defence Treaty With PNG Might Seem Like A 'Win' For Australia. But There Are 4 Crucial Questions To Answer
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles and Papua New Guinea Defence Minister Billy Joseph at Gallipoli Barracks in Brisbane. Jono Searle/AAP 1. How will Australia enforce the treaty? Although ...
U.S. News & World Report23d
Australia, Papua New Guinea Begin Talks on Full Defence Treaty
Australia, Papua New Guinea Begin Talks on Full Defence Treaty By Alasdair Pal SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia and Papua New Guinea said on Thursday they would begin talks on a full defence treaty ...