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1975 in Papua New Guinea

Explore 2 historical events and records for Papua New Guinea in 1975.

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Historical records for Papua New Guinea in 1975

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September

Governor-General Takes Office

Guise, John · Port Moresby · Governor-General of Papua New Guinea · Government / Government of Papua New Guinea

John Guise becomes first Governor-General of independent Papua New Guinea

Prime Minister Takes Office

Somare, Michael · Port Moresby · Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea · Government / Government of Papua New Guinea

Michael Somare becomes first Prime Minister of independent Papua New Guinea

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