Updated: May 22, 2023, 11:37 AM IST
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This is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister… MoreThis is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Papua New Guinea. India is strengthening ties with Pacific island nations to counter Chinese influence in the region. Landing after 10 p.m. local time, it was probably too late for the guard of honour, which is not usually done after sunset. But another exception was made, a full guard of honor which is a formal reception given to a world leader, was done in honor of a visiting prime minister of India.