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Papua New Guinea politics
Why Are Votes of No Confidence So Common in the Pacific?
By Patricia O’Brien
Across much of the Pacific, votes of no confidence have become a frequently deployed, and increasingly disruptive, tactic.
Australia and China Are Making the Same Mistake in Papua New Guinea
By Carolyn Blacklock
While Australia and China have very different approaches in PNG, both are in working primarily with political elites, while alienating the New Guinean public.
Papua New Guinea: All Geopolitics Is Local
By Patricia O’Brien and Douveri Henao
The whole Pacific is grappling with Beijing’s campaign to become the dominant regional power and the pushback from a coalition of rival nations. PNG is experiencing this competition in unique ways.
What’s Next for Papua New Guinea After Violent Start to 2024?
By Patricia O’Brien and Douveri Henao
2024 has already tested Papua New Guinea, with deadly unrest in the capital and tribal fighting in the highlands. Where do matters currently stand for the government of James Marape?
The State of Emergency in Papua New Guinea: Balancing Order and Rights
By Phil Glover and Warren Doudle
The state of emergency in Papua New Guinea, declared following unprecedented riots, underscores the complex challenge of balancing public order with civil liberties.
Human Rights Stagnate Under New Leadership in Papua New Guinea
By Joshua Mcdonald
Human rights continue to falter as the government claims to be writing a “new book” of prosperity for all citizens.
PNG’s Prime Minister Delays No-Confidence Vote by Adjourning Parliament
By Sebastian Liu
A vote of no confidence against O’Neill was slated to take place on May 16, but parliament has been adjourned until May 28.
Shane McLeod on Papua New Guinea After APEC
By Shannon Tiezzi
“The test will be whether PNG will, in the short, medium, and long term, be able to realize the benefits of hosting.”
Big Men, No Women: Politics in Papua New Guinea
By Grant Wyeth
PNG’s loose party politics leads to perpetual government by a series of unstable coalitions.
Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste Prepare for Strategic Elections
By Luke Hunt
Elections in the two countries could determine their future interactions with ASEAN neighbors.
Papua New Guinea's PM Defeats Vote of No Confidence
By Sally Andrews
Peter O'Neill survives the latest challenge to his leadership in an ongoing corruption scandal.
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