Australia's $600M Rugby League Diplomacy in the Pacific

A strategic investment in soft power, the PNG Chiefs NRL team aims to strengthen ties and counter Chinese influence in the region.

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Australia is investing $600 million over 10 years to establish the PNG Chiefs NRL team and develop rugby league in Pacific nations, aiming to strengthen diplomatic ties and counter Chinese influence.
The initiative is seen as a strategic soft power play, leveraging Australia's sporting prowess.

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Australia is investing $600 million over 10 years to establish the PNG Chiefs NRL team and develop rugby league in Pacific nations, aiming to strengthen diplomatic ties and counter Chinese influence. The initiative is seen as a strategic soft power play, leveraging Australia's sporting prowess.

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