Analysis
January 2024 was a big month for Papua New Guinea, with deadly riots threatening Prime Minister James Marape’s tenuous hold on power.
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This year has seen riots, looting and government instability in PNG. Beijing is potentially taking advantage of this climate to increase its influence.
People run with merchandise as crowds leave shops with looted goods amid a state of unrest in Port Moresby on Jan.10, 2024. Andrew Kutan/AFP via Getty Images
