The Prime Minister is about to make history in Papua New Guinea, becoming the first foreign leader to deliver a Parliamentary address. Anthony Albanese will push for a security pact in a time of growing regional tension. ccroucher9 9News MORE:
is expected to sign a new defence treaty with Papua New Guinea when he visits the Pacific nation this week.
Albanese will also be the first overseas leader to address PNG's parliament in the country's capital Port Moresby tomorrow.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to sign a new defence treaty with Papua New Guinea when he visits the country this week.
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