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PNG Parliament Approves New Foreign Policy
Summary: Papua New Guinea’s Parliament has ratified a refreshed Foreign Policy White Paper after 40 years (last in 1981). The 2025 White Paper, titled “Strategic Partnerships for Security and Economic Prosperity,” aims to align PNG’s international engagement with domestic goals and chart the next 50 years of policy. Prime Minister James Marape emphasized a modern, proactive framework that upholds the refrain “Friends to All; Enemies to None,” and reinforces PNG’s role as a re
2026-05-24Papua New Guinea Unveils New Foreign Policy
Papua New Guinea has launched a foreign policy white paper emphasizing readiness for rapid geopolitical and economic shifts. Core ideas: - The “friends to all, enemies to none” principle remains central, grounded in Melanesian values, hospitality, dialogue, and Christian heritage. - PNG aims to be proactive and strategically positioned amid global change, with emphasis on sovereignty, security, development cooperation, and enhancing its global image. - Key actions include str
2026-05-24PNG Deepens China Ties, Fast-Tracks Frieda
Papua New Guinea is deepening its strategic alignment with China while pursuing a dual-growth agenda that blends resource development with agricultural innovation. Key points: - PNG PM James Marape reaffirms strong China ties and pushes to fast-track the Frieda River copper-gold project, viewing it as a national priority to boost employment, exports, and infrastructure. A dedicated state taskforce will expedite approvals and implementation, with commitments to environmental
2026-05-24PNG Foreign Policy White Paper Unveiled
PM Marape launches Papua New Guinea’s Foreign Policy White Paper, a long-term blueprint guiding the country’s international relations, security, and economic engagement for the next 50 years. Key aspects: - Core doctrine: “friends to all, enemies to none” remains central. - Eight strategic pillars: - Strengthening bilateral and multilateral relations - Safeguarding sovereignty, borders, and security - Advancing economic and commercial diplomacy - Enhancing developmen
2026-05-24Australia-PNG Defence Pact Strengthens Ties
Australia signs a security pact with Papua New Guinea (PNG) to grant mutual access to military facilities and troops, with commitments to assist if either is attacked. The agreement, named the Pukpuk Treaty, also covers cyberspace and electromagnetic warfare, and includes annual joint military exercises to demonstrate interoperability. PNG Prime Minister James Marape and Australian PM Anthony Albanese emphasised a long-standing partnership and regional stability, while acknow
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