Magnitude 5.8 Earthquake Depth 114 km Strikes Eastern New Guinea Region, P.N.G. on 21st July 2025

Location:
The region is situated on the eastern half of the island of New Guinea, northeast of the mainland.

Composition:
It includes the Bismarck Archipelago (New Britain, New Ireland, Admiralty Islands, etc.) and the north-eastern part of the Solomon Islands Archipelago.

Population:
It’s the least populous region in Papua New Guinea, with an estimated population of 1,096,000 in 2011, which is 15% of the total
population of PNG.

Distinct Characteristics:
The region is known for its distinct prehistory and history, with Austronesian languages and Lapita pottery culture being prevalent.

Administrative Division:
Papua New Guinea is divided into four regions (Southern, Highlands, Momase, and New Guinea Islands) and 22 provinces, and the provinces are the primary administrative divisions.


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