Soldiers and servicemen have been reminded to honour their fallen comrades.
Today is a public holiday in Papua New Guinea, commemorating Remembrance Day.
In a small but moving dawn service hosted by the First Royal Pacific Islands Regiment, Commanding Officer, Lt Col Edison Napyo called for reverence and from soldiers and respect for the sacrifice made by soldiers before them.
He highlighted military campaigns on Bougainville and Vanuatu and called on soldiers to be inspired by the spirit of camaraderie.
Defence Commander, Gilbert Toropo said a dawn service was a way for troops to pay homage to the essence of what it means to serve country.
The service began at 9am at Port Moresby’s Ela Beach.
Governor General, Sir Michael Ogio is the guest of honour.
Official dignitaries, members of the public and the media were up early for the service.
Among them ex-servicemen and their families.
PNG Loop spoke with Mea Ako from Gulf who says he and his grand children have been attending the ceremonies for the past three years.
“I do this so they can appreciate our rich military history,” he said.