US and Papua New Guinea sign defence pact

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday signed a defence and maritime surveillance agreement with Papua New Guinea that will make it easier for the forces of both countries to train together.

"The defence cooperation was drafted by the United States and Papua New Guinea as equals and sovereign partners," Blinken said in a signing ceremony.

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