A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including a controversial plan for the Papua New Guinea government to set up a gold refinery being shelved.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed grief over the loss of lives and damage wreaked by a devastating landslide in Papua New Guinea, and said India is ready to offer all possible support and assistance. An immediate financial aid of USD 1 million to provide relief and assistance to
The Papua New Guinea Government said a landslide on Friday buried more than 2000 people and has formally asked for international help. The Government figure.
Solomon Islands Minister for Police, National Security and Correctional Services, Hon. Jimson Tanangada has welcomed the new Australian-funded Border Management System for Solomon Islands – saying the system is an important agenda for any State as this defines its sovereignty and integrity.