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1983 in Papua New Guinea

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Historical records for Papua New Guinea in 1983

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March

1 March 1983

Governor-General Takes Office

Dibela, Kingsford · Port Moresby · Governor-General of Papua New Guinea · Government / Government of Papua New Guinea

Kingsford Dibela becomes Governor-General of Papua New Guinea

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