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PNG facing 'health catastrophe' from COVID-19 surge

A COVID-19 information booth at a shopping centre in Port Moresby

A COVID-19 information booth at a shopping centre in Port Moresby Source: Getty Images

Australia is expected to announce an increase in aid to assist its nearest neighbour after the country recorded 5 deaths and 100 new cases in 24 hours.


For health and support measures currently in place in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in your language, visit sbs.com.au/coronavirus


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