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Violent riots in PNG leave 16 people dead, as PM declares state of emergency for 14 days

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There has been looting and rioting in PNG after some residents took advantage of police being on strike.

Sixteen people have died in violent riots in Papua New Guinea after some residents took advantage of police being on strike to set shops and businesses alight in the capital. The PM has now declared a state of emergency for 14 days.

Violent riots in PNG leave 16 people dead, as PM declares state of emergency for 14 days - ABC News

State of emergency declared in Papua New Guinea with defence personnel on standby to stop further violence

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