After World War I, Australia took control of Papua New Guinea (PNG) as a League of Nations mandate. During the 1920s and 1930s, Australia focused on developing the region by improving infrastructure, health care, and education, which helped integrate PNG into the Australian economy. However, the relationship was complicated by issues of governance, cultural differences, and the growing influence of Japan in the Pacific, which raised concerns for Australia leading up to World War II.
After WW1, Australia took full possession over PNG. What significant can you point out leading up to WW2? Explain it in two to three sentences. Please use common and simple words and explain.
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