Australia and Papua New Guinea strengthened their bilateral defense relationship with a new treaty, allowing PNG citizens to join the ADF.

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 20

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Australian Defence Force Papua New Guinea

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Bilateral defense cooperation is advancing through agreements in Papua New Guinea. All 2 developments

The entities involved

Australian Defence Force
combined military forces of Australia
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- An awards ceremony was held at the Australian War Memorial on September 1, 2026, recognizing veterans' service and contributions.Thu 01:08
Papua New Guinea
country in Oceania
- Papua New Guinea reaffirmed its commitment to the Pukpuk Treaty.07:38
- An incident occurred in Kimbe, Papua New Guinea on November 1, 2026.06:13

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Oct 20miragenews.com