Overview

• The treaty commits each nation to act in support of the other if either faces an armed attack.
• The pact creates a pathway for up to 10,000 Papua New Guineans to serve in the Australian Defence Force, with service permitted across both militaries.
• A provision bars activities or agreements with third parties that would compromise implementation, while PNG says it will continue relations with partners including China.
• Reported operational terms include visa-free entry for Australian defence personnel and assets into PNG, free movement of ADF aircraft, vehicles and vessels, and authority to use force deemed reasonably necessary for protection.
• The text of the treaty has not yet been released publicly, and it will take effect after ratification by both countries’ parliaments.