- Papua New Guinea gains a team in Australian rugby league in diplomatic push aimed at curbing China The Associated Press
- Papua New Guinea to join NRL under historic deal with a China ‘escape clause’ The Guardian
- Australia and Papua New Guinea strike deals to counter China DW (English)
- Australia, PNG unveil deal for Papua New Guinea team to enter NRL in 2028 ABC News
- $750m China escape clause revealed; NRL’s X-factor in luring players — PNG entry explained Fox Sports
- Australia-PNG rugby deal signed to curb China influence BBC.com
