Enemies within: Papua New Guinea, Australia, and the Sandline Crisis: the inside story

A gripping account of one of the most extraordinary political crises in Pacific history. When Papua New Guinea's government hired mercenaries in 1997 to end a civil war, it sparked an international incident that nearly brought down a nation and tested Australia's diplomatic mettle. This is insider journalism at its finest—tense, detailed, and utterly compelling. Perfect for readers fascinated by Pacific politics, modern Australian history, and the messy realities of post-colonial statecraft.