US EditionAustralia’s Albanese unable to clinch defense treaty with Papua New Guinea during visit
The treaty delay was caused by Papua New Guinea's cabinet failing to convene quorum during independence celebrations, with signing expected after required approvals, officials said.
- Australia and Papua New Guinea agreed to enhance defence cooperation and signed a Joint Communiqué outlining plans for the Mutual Defence Treaty on Wednesday in Port Moresby.
- The treaty, known as the Pukpuk Treaty, was delayed due to Papua New Guinea's cabinet approval postponement amid its 50th independence celebrations and ongoing internal processes.
- The agreement seeks to enhance interoperability, broaden defence capabilities, and establish a pathway for Papua New Guinean citizens to join the Australian Defence Force.
- Leaders called the pact a significant milestone reflecting decades of partnership while emphasizing that third-party agreements will not compromise treaty implementation.
- The treaty signals a new era of regional collaboration to address emerging threats and counter Beijing's growing influence in the Pacific, with further approvals expected before formal signing.
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After the conclusion of an agreement with the island State of Vanuatu was postponed on 9 September, the signing of a defence treaty with Papua New Guinea was also postponed on 17 September.
In the end, Australia and Papua New Guinea did not sign an unprecedented defence agreement in Port Moresby on Wednesday, September 17th, which was presented as a historical one. An important setback for both Australian Anthony Albanese and Papua New Guinean James Marape. In the face of embarrassment, the two heads of government hastily drafted a statement that is reassuring.
Australia and PNG sign communique in lieu of defence treaty
Australia and PNG have not signed the much-anticipated defence treaty that would obligate each nation to defend the other in the event of war. The leaders issued a communique insisting the deal will be ratified within weeks.
Without specifying the reasons for the commitment, the countries said that the pact, which provides for mutual defence and mutual support in the event of an attack, will be signed "after government procedures".
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