PNGDF soldiers at Taurama Barracks. PNGDF capability is considered modest, with the army facing significant problems including a chronic budget crisis, a lack of experience in conventional operations, limited ability to be deployed independently overseas as well as internal tensions.

Below are the tips on how interested Papua New Guinean students can apply for Training and pursue career in the military. The applications for the PNG Defence for Training is usually announced in the media. However, recently the Defence Force made amendments in its recruitment policy and now recruit occurs annually.

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to U.S. Army Pacific stand at attention alongside Papua New Guinea Defense Force soldiers, during the closing ceremony for Tamiok Strike 2024 at Murray Barracks, Papua New Guinea, July 26, 2024.

Apr 10, 2023 · Papua New Guinea Defense Force (PNGDF) is set to begin recruitment and training for the year 2024, according to Lieutenant Colonel Eddie Etato, the commanding officer of Goldie River Training Depot.

The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) is the unified armed forces of Papua New Guinea. It originated from the Australian Army land forces of the territory of Papua New Guinea before independence, coming into being in January 1973 and having its antecedents in the Pacific Islands Regiment...

The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) is preparing for the graduation of its first batch of 2023 recruits. After undergoing a rigorous training program at Goldie River Training Depot outside Port Moresby, these new soldiers are expected to pass out next month (April 2024).

The PIB had an active life of five years. During that time the unit was on constant operations. They were tough soldiers, accounted for many of the enemy troops and won numerous decorations.

Jan 31, 2025 · The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) is the military organization responsible for defending the nation. Governed by the Ministry of Defence, it comprises the PNGDF Headquarters, Office of the Commander Joint Forces, PNG Army, PNG Navy, and PNG Air …

Fourteen PNGDF soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, Royal Pacific Island Regiment, participated in Exercise Kumul Exchange from September 9 to November 12, joining infantry, engineer, and combat support battalions in barracks and in the field.

Mar 17, 2025 · “The American Soldiers are working with the ADF and we’re very grateful for the support from both,” said PNGDF Lance Corporal Rame Thavara, a plumber supervisor assigned to the Air Transport ...