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The government of Papua New Guinea ordered the military to restore order in the capital, Port Moresby, after a dispute over the wages of police officers and other public servants led to angry protests and unrest.https://t.co/szxS59L9Wk

— The New York Times (@nytimes) January 10, 2024

China has lodged a strong protest with the Papua New Guinea (PNG) authorities over the attack on and damage to Chinese shops in the riot in Port Moresby, the capital of PNG, urging PNG to take immediate and effective measures to ensure the safety of Chinese nationals and… pic.twitter.com/8eJLBMIHy9

— Global Times (@globaltimesnews) January 10, 2024

#PapuaNewGuinea🇵🇬 Prime Minister, #JamesMarape is in LOCKDOWN at Manasupec Haus as #security personnel try to gain entry into Manasupec House in #PortMoresby.
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— Oliver T. Mhuriro (@Oliver_Mhuriro) January 10, 2024

So many people are rioting on the streets of Port Moresby tonight. This video is from Gerehu in the north of POM, with the warehouse of a major retailer burning down. Paramedics say they're aware of many patients with severe burns and gunshot wounds. Video: Leo Manuai pic.twitter.com/wFrqBVgeEC

— Tim Swanston (@Tim_Swanston) January 10, 2024