![]() ![]() ![]() He said the U.S used the base during World War II. ![]() He said an arrangement between the United States and Australian governments existed previously and the U.S announcement to set up base again came during November’s APEC meeting in Port Moresby. Meanwhile, the re-establishment of the naval base on Lombrum Island in Manus will strengthen maritime security in PNG waters, said Major General Toropo. The budget is not only looking at recruiting but other cost aspects such as uniforms, accommodation, salaries and cost, significant amount is needed. He said the army can meet the 10,000 recommendation but accommodation was a problem. Toropo said the department had 4000 officers in the army, navy and air force and the government was asking if it could be increased to 10,000. “Funds have been allocated by the government but the recruitment date has not been confirmed yet.” “There is enough space for 150 in the training college and we cannot get more than that,” he said. ![]() He said the department needed more than 300 officers but there were space limitations in accommodation. The Papua New Guinea Defence Force is looking at recruiting about 300 officers this year, with first batch of 150 to occupy the Goldie Training Depot.ĭefence Commander Major General Gilbert Toropo said the first 150 officers would take up six months’ training at Goldie followed by the next 150 recruits. ![]()
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