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The Pukpuk Treaty includes a recruitment pathway for Papua New Guinea citizens to join the Australian Defence Force, aiming to modernise PNG's defence and enhance regional security, officials said.
- The Joint Communiqué signed Wednesday outlines plans for the Pukpuk Treaty, with Australia and Papua New Guinea aiming to formalise a security partnership, pending cabinet approvals.
- The treaty is presented as strengthening long-standing ties and officials say the initiative aims to modernise Papua New Guinea's defence sector and foster regional stability.
- Part of the pact includes a recruitment pathway allowing Papua New Guinea citizens to serve in the Australian Defence Force, following Australia's 2023 precedent of accepting foreign nationals.
- Signing is subject to cabinet approvals in Canberra and Port Moresby, with negotiators expecting processes to finish before the end of the year; the treaty commits both nations to defend against external threats.
- Observers point to China's investments and shifting Pacific ties, noting Canberra has stepped up engagement to counter Beijing's growing influence in the Pacific, underpinning the treaty push.
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