Looting and Chaos in Port Moresby Amidst Police Pay Strike in Papua New Guinea

Violent protests erupt in Papua New Guinea's capital, Port Moresby, due to a police strike over pay cuts. The situation quickly escalates into looting and arson, resulting in fatalities and significant property damage. Governor Powes Parkop describes the turmoil as an 'unprecedented level of strife'. Additional police forces and defense units are being deployed to restore order. The crisis highlights the country's ongoing challenges with public order and governance.