Papua New Guinea: Clashes reported at Jacksons International Airport, Port Moresby, morning March 22

Event

Dozens of people clashed at the domestic terminal of the Jacksons International Airport (POM) in Port Moresby at around 06:30 March 22 due to a private dispute. The skirmishes injured one person and caused damage to a vehicle and the terminal. Reports indicate that the clashes led the airport operators to temporarily suspend flights. The situation is now reported to be calm and authorities are investigating the incident.

Context

Reports attribute the clashes to a dispute between two security firms following the termination of a security services contract at POM. Further skirmishes and related disruptions are unlikely.