China’s PNG focus is clearly aimed at Australia

This is a real opportunity for Australia. It is overwhelmingly in the Australian national interest for the people of Daru to gain a real opportunity - an opportunity to enjoy better services. Higher living standards, and the opportunity to secure a better future.

The estimated cost is but a fraction of our existing $600 million a year aid budget. Yet if implemented the right way, and with a real public-private sector partnership, it can transform Daru and secure its future.

There can be NO doubt China has shifted its focus to at least two areas of strategic significance for Australia.

Our response must be robust and comprehensive - and generous. And now.!!