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Australia finalizing new security pact with Pacific neighbor

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The leaders of Australia and neighboring Papua New Guinea said Thursday they are finalizing a new security treaty. Last year, China signed its own security pact with nearby Solomon Islands, raising alarm that it could lead to a military buildup in the South Pacific region. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he expected negotiations to conclude in April and the treaty to be signed in June.

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The Hindu

Australia finalising new security pact with Pacific neighbour

Australia and PNG haven't yet released details of their planned new treaty, but Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said it would be based on the deep trust between the two nations.

1 year ago·India

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Associated Press News

Australia finalizing new security pact with Pacific neighbor

The leaders of Australia and neighboring Papua New Guinea say they are finalizing a new security treaty — a move that comes as a challenge to China’s growing assertiveness in the region. Last year, China signed its own security pact…

1 year ago·United States

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Sydney Morning Herald

Australia to sign new security pact with Papua New Guinea

Australia is deepening defence ties in Papua New Guinea in a move seen as pushing back against China.

1 year ago·Sydney, Australia

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ABC Australia

Australia, Papua New Guinea agree to finalise talks on bilateral security treaty

A joint statement from the Australian and PNG leaders flags that the two nations will expand training and explore possible joint exercises under the treaty.

1 year ago·Australia

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Winnipeg Free Press

Australia finalizing new security pact with Pacific neighbor

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The leaders of Australia and neighboring Papua New Guinea said Thursday they are finalizing a new security treaty — a move that comes as a […]

1 year ago·Winnipeg, Canada

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National Post

Australia finalizing new security pact with Pacific neighbor

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) -- The leaders of Australia and neighboring Papua New Guinea said Thursday they are finalizing a new security treaty -- a move that comes as a challenge to China's growing assertiveness in the region.

1 year ago·Canada

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