Sodium is more than 500 times more abundant than lithium and doesn't require the same type of earth-scarring extraction.

The treasurer announced tougher foreign investment scrutiny, streamlining processes for low-risk investors, aiming for national security and economic resilience.

Approximately $30 billion allocated to harden and upgrade northern bases, doubling down on previous commitments

China’s Pacific trade agreements like PNG’s agricultural deal, highlight its long-term influence strategy.

Politically mismatched couples have risen by around 9% overall across all generations since 1996.

The recent leadership change raises questions about future relationships with China, the US, and Australia.

Australia increases its contribution (2025-28) but demands reforms in project funding methods.

Emerging tech mainly in the private sector; firms encouraged to explore military uses.

The announcement highlights PNG's readiness to engage in deeper military cooperation with Australia.

Two contracted companies will partner with Space Force to carry-out a realistic threat response exercise.