Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has stressed the importance of regional security and unity in a key speech to the leaders of Australia's closest neighbour. 9News
What about the influence of China?
Albiston said Marape didn't want to take sides between China and the West but the developing country depended on Chinese trade. Development Policy Institute research associate Dr Richard Curtain said PNG was an "extremely important" country and setting up a workable relationship was a "huge challenge" for Australian foreign policy.
Albanese was quick to plug the nation's help with infrastructure projects and healthcare, while encouraging Australian businesses to increase investment. Australia is also introducing a new visa aimed at Pacific nations and Timor-Leste from July, which will open up 3000 places for workers. Albanese said he expected negotiations to be finished by the end of April, followed by a signing in June.
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