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1982 in Papua New Guinea

Explore 2 historical events and records for Papua New Guinea in 1982.

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Historical records for Papua New Guinea in 1982

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August

2 August 1982

First Premiership Ends

Chan, Julius · Port Moresby · Former Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea · Government / Government of Papua New Guinea

Chan leaves office after the 1982 election

2 August 1982

Prime Minister Returns

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

Somare returns as Prime Minister after the national election

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