Australia and Papua New Guinea have formally entered into the Pukpuk Treaty, establishing a bilateral defence alliance announced by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape.
The treaty includes a mutual defence commitment, strengthens defence cooperation, and aims to enhance regional security while affirming both nations’ sovereignty and commitment to peace and stability across the Pacific.
Key developments:
- Australia and Papua New Guinea are now formal allies under the Pukpuk Treaty.
- The agreement provides for consultation, cooperation and collective action in response to shared security threats.
- It expands integration between the Australian Defence Force and the PNG Defence Force, including defence capability and recruitment cooperation.
- Leaders said the treaty reinforces regional peace, stability and respect for sovereignty.
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