Two Australian Navy vessels, ADV Reliant and HMAS Leeuwin, have made a joint port visit to Lae, Papua New Guinea this week. The visit underscores the long-standing alliance between Australia and PNG, formalized by the Pukpuk Treaty. This deployment is part of ongoing naval operations throughout the Pacific region. Details of the visit were published by the Post Courier, but are behind a paywall. The presence of the vessels highlights commitment to regional stability and cooperation. The alliance demonstrates continued defense partnership between the two nations. Further details regarding the purpose of the visit were not immediately available.