Papua New Guinea: Officials confirm the killing of a Chinese national during armed robbery in Port Moresby June 6

Event

Police have confirmed they are investigating the murder of a Chinese national in Hohola, Port Moresby as of June 9. Armed assailants reportedly shot and killed the owner of a store during a robbery June 6. The suspects are at large.

Context

The threat of crime remains high across Papua New Guinea, and criminals can target foreign nationals due to the perception that they are both wealthy and vulnerable. This incident follows the May 29 murder of a South Korean national, also during an armed robbery. Police have stated that multiple foreigners have been targeted in robberies and criminal activities in the past month. The incident highlights the continued risk for perceivably affluent individuals.