25 May 2017

PNG police force feeling manpower and capacity pinch

From , 3:05 pm on 25 May 2017

Papua New Guinea's police force is feeling the pinch with manpower and capacity shortcomings as it confronts major security challenges.

The country is about to hold its five yearly elections and is preparing to host the APEC leaders' summit next year.

But, as Johnny Blades reports, the under-resourced constabulary has sought outside help to fulfil its role enforcing law and order.

Papua New Guinea police officers watch on during a protest rally in 2013.

Papua New Guinea police officers watch on during a protest rally. Photo: AFP