Australia Deepens Pacific Partnership with Historic PNG Defence Treaty and $250 Million Rugby League Investment
Desi Australia July 9, 2026
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Australia Deepens Pacific Partnership with Historic PNG Defence Treaty and $250 Million Rugby League Investment

Australia has taken a major step in strengthening its relationship with Pacific neighbours by formalising a historic defence alliance with Papua New Guinea while unveiling a $250 million investment to expand rugby league across the region. The twin announcements reinforce Canberra’s long-term commitment to regional security, development and people-to-people connections. The newly activated Pukpuk Treaty […]

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Islands & IT: How India and Fiji Are Forging Cybersecurity and Maritime Defence Ties
Desi Australia August 25, 2025
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Islands & IT: How India and Fiji Are Forging Cybersecurity and Maritime Defence Ties

A New Chapter in Island Diplomacy Picture a Pacific island where the sea holds stories-of trade, tradition, and evolving security. Fiji, a nation with deep cultural roots and strategic maritime position, has now embarked on a new journey alongside India. On the table: seven cooperative agreements spanning cybersecurity, maritime defence, healthcare, climate collaboration, and cultural […]

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