BLUF

The first treaty in more than 70 years deepens security ties, enabling joint defence commitments and stronger regional partnerships. Each country agrees to defend each other. 10,000 Papua New Guineans could serve with the ADF.

Learning Outcomes

  • Strategic Awareness: Provides insight into how regional treaties reshape security partnerships and balance external influences.
  • Communication & Cognition: Highlights how diplomacy, public messaging, and domestic debate influence acceptance of international agreements.
  • Military Management: Examines challenges of integrating joint arrangements, personnel, and national sovereignty considerations.

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