Australia, Papua New Guinea announce security deal

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape signed a security agreement focused on Papua New Guinea's domestic security.

The agreement focuses on Papua New Guinea's domestic security, as stretched police struggle to stamp out arms trafficking, drug smuggling and tribal violence.

Papua New Guinea Prime Minister said the deal covered a "broad spectrum of security", including policing and support for the country's judiciary system.

Australian Premier Anthony Albanese said it would promote "regional stability" in the Pacific.