Asylum seekers in PNG test positive to coronavirus, prompting calls for them to be brought to Australia
updated 4
MarMarch 2021 at 6:22am
One of the infected refugees in Port Moresby said infection control protocols where he received medical treatment were inadequate.
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Refugee advocates have called for the Australian government to bring all refugees and asylum seekers still in Papua New Guinea home amid the spiralling coronavirus outbreak there.
Key points:
Refugee advocates say Australia has a duty of care to them
The Australian government provides asylum seekers and refugees in PNG with assistance including housing and medical care