James Marape: PNG leader makes historic speech in Australia amid China tensions

Summary

1. Coincides with Papua New Guinea's (PNG) approaching 50th anniversary of independence.
2. Australia and China compete for influence in the Pacific region.
3. Australia's proactive diplomacy seeks to maintain its traditional influence in the Pacific.

References

• Media Check: BBC News - Media Bias Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY)
• COLLECTIONS/The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE GUIDELINES LEARNING OUTCOMES ETC)