US tsunami verdict issued after earthquake strikes Papua New Guinea
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6.6 Earthquake Strikes Papua New Guinea
Above: The Papua New Guinea flag flying in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, on Nov. 13, 2018. Image copyright: James D. Morgan/Getty Images for Carnival Australia
The Spin
Pro-government narrative
Papua New Guinea is making active investments in protecting its economy and people. Being prone to earthquakes, the country is prioritizing the construction of resilient infrastructure that can handle the pressure of seismic events. These projects will mitigate the impact of future events and facilitate faster recoveries from natural disasters.
Government-critical narrative
Papua New Guinea’s disaster preparedness and emergency response, which are vital to saving lives, are unfortunately subpar. The country lacks the necessary road infrastructure, logistics and communication networks to handle natural disasters properly. The government must, therefore, urgently invest more to protect the country moving forward.