Australian PM Kokoda Track Visit Aims to Strengthen PNG Ties

Published on April 23, 2024

In the lead up to ANZAC Day, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will this week walk the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea (PNG) the scene of a gruelling battle between Australian and Japanese forces in World War II. Mr. Albanese said he was preparing to walk “in the footsteps of giants,” by hiking the 96 kilometre (60 miles) trail today and attending a dawn service on Thursday. “The Australians who fought here saved our continent, literally, and they stood side-by-side with their brothers and sisters in Papua New Guinea,” he told ABC TV. “The Australians showed sacrifice and courage and extraordinary valour during what was a battle that went over many weeks and it will be an honour to pay tribute to them.”...

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