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Exclusive by defence correspondent Andrew Greene

China funds construction of new military hospital at Papua New Guinea's Taurama Barracks

Beijing is bankrolling a hospital for Papua New Guinea's Defence Force (PNGDF) in a move some analysts fear could eventually lead to a much deeper Chinese military presence in the Pacific nation.

The project was publicly revealed by PNG's Chief of Defence last week during his end-of-year parade speech attended by dignitaries including China's new military attaché.

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