LIVE REPLAY: Australia and Papua New Guinea announce NRL deal - with a security condition

[@mpemeck]

Build a Hospital rather than this!

[@jerrythomas112]

@@mpemeck very true. Our only major hospital POM GENERAL was funded and built buy the Jaoanese Government. We need more specialist hospitals built. PNG needs this money for real needs and not rugby.

[@kilakizawieoc6692]

I'm very happy to see my team in NRL

[@penniegamoga8162]

With all that said I declare the PNG NRL Team will be named The Fuzzy Wazy Angels 👍🏽😀

[@jerrythomas112]

This is just to keep the Chinese out of PNG. Our country is struggling economically. This millions of dollars should be spent to address issues affecting our country.😢😢

[@NarahKeke]

True indeed

[@benjamintau8935]

PM Albo deserves to be commended for acknowledging the indigenous people and also bridging the gap with other pacific nations.

[@davidelkinsUN3379]

The onbly reason he's doing this is because th Yanks told him to do something about China getting a foothold in the South Pacific. There is NO altruistc meaning to this.

[@PatrickSiamol-zv1dd]

Great effort by Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Cheers

[@GregLui-iw2qb]

Appreciate your speech ..MP

[@kumbikantry4674]

Thanks PM and the hard working people behind this and the aussie tax payers..

[@kilakizawieoc6692]

Thank the Prime minister of Australia and PNG for your efforts committed to enable PNG team in NRL is greatly appreciated by people of Papua New Guineans

[@lasakaaipitus5765]

Thank you Australian PM for recognizing PNG. It's a 50th anniversary gift from Australia. God bless people of Australia for recognizing PNG in giving a space in NRL for 2028 and beyond.

[@AndaliPeter]

Thank you people of Australia and thank you Australia's Prime minister for your unique leadership.

[@ShayneKelly]

There's so much needed for education, training and rural development, how and what good really can come out from rugby league for a country that is sinking in corruption and abstract poverty?

[@Kennedyandrewaijaminale]

True....Dont know why people are so breaging about this sports contributing factor towards this country's development...😅😅😅

[@Kennedyandrewaijaminale]

investment opportunity and bussiness meetings over seas samtimes sounds funny😢😢😢😢😢

[@nelsonmek5547]

The sports industry in Papua New Guinea, particularly rugby, has reached new heights, thanks to the leadership and hard work of the people behind the scenes. However, other sectors such as health, agriculture, justice, and others must also step up and strive to achieve similar success. If all sectors in PNG must work together and raise their standards, the country will become a better and safer place for everyone. While sports like rugby have played a crucial role in uniting PNG and driving development, we must ask: what about the other sectors? It's time for all to unite and contribute to the country's growth and progress. I salute the two PMs

[@JaykingsKings-x9s]

Australia is our mother country and Australia still remains our big brother. Our kids know that.❤

[@ApollosApasar]

Thank you PMJM and Prime Minister Albanese for this!

[@gemmaparkes7510]

Thankyou, Honourable Primister Albanisi for your speech, for the people of PNG , N I live in Australia as a permanent resident and this is good news for PNG , Thankyou for uplifting the young PNG sportsmen to play , Thankyou honourable PM, for helping People of PNG

[@alupaivisuals]

Thank you Australia for giving this great opportunity to us PNG people.

[@MichaelTYuwi]

It is indeed WIN WIN contract between PNG and Australia. Similar to late Mandela's vision in Rugby to unite his people together as one nation. I believe it will also transform PNG's living standard too.

[@mexykakazo1656]

"Sports brings us together"...thank you PM Albanese. This will certainly impact the grassroots in a major way!

[@londziiitox7747]

Australian PM is a brilliant PM at all Time..

[@darrenmirisa]

Vision city, Apec and other major events have played a part to change Port Moresby. I believe a rugby team in NRL will change Port Moresby and Papua New Guinea

[@BennyStanley-ho7xi]

Vision city

[@Kennedyandrewaijaminale]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@jefferykaupa5118]

Thank you PM Marape & Albanese. We have waited for this for so long. All negative comments here are from jealous people.

[@sandanapin3477]

Goff Withlam was the Australian Prime Minister who was the key figure that paved the way for our country's independence. Now we Salute you Mr Anthony Albanese. Thanks PM Albanese❤

[@AndyMahnn]

Anthony Albanese is the greatest Australian PM. Love the man

[@RobertCampbell-q2w]

Glad you do. I don't think too many Jews share your sentiments.

[@WinnyJerry]

Thanks Australian

[@WindiHulu]

Thank you pm albanese for your political support but NRL has its own criterias to meet before any new team is admitted.

[@quillannongi7922]

Does not benefit PNG economy.

[@philemonpurewa8239]

As a citizen of Papua New Guinea I would like to take this time to acknowledge the Australian government and the people of Australia for excepting Papua New Guinea team to enter NRL ...the Australian people must know that your money is not wasted, it's all about relationships,it's all about the future of the two country in general..dated back during world war 2 our ancestors help Australia army in everything they could to win the battle...most importantly is security wise in the Pacific.. Papua New Guinea will stand with Australia should there be any war again..thank you Australia..

[@aaroninamara9816]

This decision has the potential to address negative international impressions about PNG, its people and its culture. We have to take it with both hands and make the most of it and proving the world that PNG is a modern multicultural country that is prepared to embrace new opportunities to evolve and adapt to realize its full potential in every aspect of life.

[@darrenmirisa]

I just had a renewed belief of my country

[@BryanWKombra]

Great leader with great speech. Thanks you Aussi NRL authority to give PNG a space to part take in the greatest game of all. Much appreciate ❤

[@RobertCampbell-q2w]

My parents said "charity begins at home". Whilst I love Rugby league, the money could be at this time better spent on the homeless or specialist teachers to address the sad literacy and numeracy problems with our children especially the indigenous.The priorities of this government seem out of kilt with reality.

[@DavidKupulGlipip]

Much thanks to the government and citizens of Australia for this greatest opportunity to new generation of png , on the other hand will our sponsors be fully funded till end,while facing economic crises.

[@RaymondJeff-if5wf]

Thanks PM Albenese 🎉❤

[@EdwardKepa-w5y]

I am just confused what do you people of Australia taxpayers 😮think about that???? Can some Aussies tell me how you feel about us coming into NRL????

[@walainulaiwi2577]

Congratulations PMJM. Greater development challenges still remain for us.

[@williamkawak6090]

Clearly it shows that PM Albanese is NOT a racist PM. Thankyou God for his leadership May God bless Hom and hos Family into the future.

[@michaelkupa9174]

It was the Labour Party Government that gifted PNG with Independence among all critics and now NRL again among all critics. Only time will tell. PNG should embrace this unique opportunity once again.

[@johnrapis4518]

Good response to PM Albanese

[@GalacticMeloVibes]

Albo is a freaking legend. ❤

[@warrengau5095]

The money should be well spent on hospitals such as medicine and education coz alot of schools have run down classrooms.

[@titusandia6595]

Thank-you PM Albanese and NRL. This is monumental. Appreciate your foresight. The greatest game of all must live on! Leave the nay sayers behind.

[@Project-zb9vx]

Australian companies working in PNG paying taxes in Australia? Australia is against this because it is against good governance - you normally pay taxes in the country you operate in and earn your money. This is an excuse other companies and countries will use against Australia and not pay tax in Australia for business/income made in the country. This tax issue will not end well for both countries in the future.

[@paulblass-2173]

Well done ❤PMJM. You can do it. ❤love the greatest game of all.❤100%

[@Mac-jx8uj]

So we have a new political party in Australia its called the NRL ! If you really want to help the people of PNG with that $600 million, build some hospitals, schools,police stations infrastructure , couple rugby league academy's and if its about security from the Chinese start with buying back Darwin Harbour from the Chinese ?

[@MosesPaul-mq5mo]

Thank ❤❤❤❤

[@johnbasil5546]

There will always be problems, but nonetheless, we must embrace positivity and go for the future. Leave our legacy behind for generations to judge and not by us this generation. ❤ ❤Aussie.🇦🇺🇦🇺🇵🇬🇵🇬

[@simeonmakati]

Clearly PM JM is off track with his relations and his Brother is strictly Politics

[@RayTee-p3x]

PNG people listen up this is the start of doomsday for png Yes it’s about rugby but something else’s Watch that space who takes png wealth Australian government 😅

[@vanessakerowa7151]

PNG needs to step up more in infrastructure development than NRL deals.. stopim fight pastem lo ples before startim deal lo Aussie.

[@AndrewWaralyo]

Prime Minister, thank you for supporting Ruby league in PNG National sport.

[@sampuatisamuel9785]

❤❤❤❤ Brilliant move

[@dannygonol2838]

Whilts Rugby league is probably Papua New Guineans National game, it is never ranked in the top 5 rugby league playing nations. NRL and State of origins are played down under but effects are felt there sometimes resulting in injuries and even deaths following rugby league matches. For Australia it is rugby league diplomacy. It is good in light of Chinese influence in Papua New Guinea.

[@KemoMasase]

Can you stop negativities??

[@BennyStanley-ho7xi]

There's law and order okay not a buai table

[@SteveNomondo]

Thank you Australia

[@TommyElias-bo7eu]

Thank you Australia PM

[@JeremiahPeter-wl2gg]

Country facim kainkain crisis stap na yu lo sponcerim rugby, Rugby bai benefitim country olsem wanem.. Wastim money..

[@noelkambar7873]

Stop being negative here. We must welcome this milestone investment to develop our sporting code of Rugby League. This provides a great opportunity for our youths to engage at the elite NRL level for both men and women. We are very privileged now. It's all about being diplomatic in empowering our youths and strengthening our bilateral relationship with Australia.

[@KemoMasase]

Enroll you child in the school boys Rugby league and you will see their future changed. They will earn more than the public servants of PNG.

[@BennyStanley-ho7xi]

​@@KemoMasaseosem true upla nosa swear time kumuls loose

[@paulkomi8493]

Pros and cons are not being considered properly. This decision is purely based on emotions. A leader who makes any decision based on emotions is a poor leader. Those of you who support and call this a success let me tell you that what your government is doing is simply focusing on the minority who cannot cultivate their potentials to add value to the our national growth. The wealth of a country is measured by GNP. GNP requires that an individual citizens must be a producer in order to add value to our economy. What have you government done to the youths and homeless kids bagging for help in the streets and by traffic lights ? Any plans to maximize their potentials? Your ignorance on this helpless individual is what makes you an ineffective government. The opportunity to Excel in Rugby has limited corridor and only few individuals will make it. If you are a leader, you dont put development priorities in areas where success are slim. Think in terms of corporate benefits and not the individual or minority few.

[@PatrickNiebo-h9m]

My honest opinion.ut will fail..financial loss..

[@leokataro]

Kooda Trail is about World war, Both PM should Visit Bulolo Wau, thats where Australians first played Rugby League,

[@gracewill3815]

This guy is a lier .hypocrite

[@samr9198]

😂

[@TheHedleyNicholasShow]

Both similarly incompetent leaders, who needs a team that money should be spent on more important issues affecting the nation!

[@smelstarmountainsengineeringli]

PNG🇵🇬deserve to represent in NRL, it's our pride

[@noelkambar7873]

Stop being negative here. We must welcome this milestone investment to develop our sporting code of Rugby League. This provides a great opportunity for our youths to engage at the elite NRL level for both men and women. We are very privileged now. It's all about being diplomatic in empowering our youths and strengthening our bilateral relationship with Australia.

[@lemuelapuai4462]

Mate, I'm a Papua New Guinean born and bred. Didn't go to any fancy international school but I know this for a fact, this deal is the most stupid deal in history. Money needs to be spent elsewhere where needed like the health sector and economic sector. I'm a rugby and NRL fan, but I'm not stupid to support a useless NRL deal that won't help me pay tax or save my future kids from this economic crisis. I'm very sorry Australian tax payers have to pay for this stupid and ridiculous deal.

[@raymondpakii6173]

150% correct

[@jecosittingbull1322]

​@@lemuelapuai4462 Important considerations: 1. Whether this means a diversion of funding from other areas or a new additional funding (apart from existing Australian support)? 2. Is this money going to be made available even if it wasn't for this NRL deal?