What two european countries were the first to establish their colonial policies in Papua And New Guinea?

Answer 1

The two European countries that were the first to establish their colonial policies in Papua and New Guinea were Germany and Great Britain. In the late 19th century, Germany claimed the northeastern part of the island (which became German New Guinea), while Great Britain established control over the southeastern part. Their colonial interests in the region laid the groundwork for the future political landscape of Papua New Guinea.