Australia Announces $2 Million Aid for PNG Landslide

Australia has pledged an additional $2 million to support Papua New Guinea in restoring road access to the Porgera gold mine after a deadly landslide in Enga province, affecting essential services and supply chains. The assistance includes funding for health clinics, education packs, and highway restoration to revive the vital transport artery of the region. The disaster, estimated to have buried over 2,000 villagers, prompted Australia's commitment to ongoing humanitarian aid and bilateral support for PNG's recovery efforts. Australian officials, including ministers and technical experts, are actively engaged in providing aid and long-term assistance to address the catastrophic impact of the landslide in PNG.