Ok Tedi Mining Limited (Ok Tedi) is proud to announce the completion of its Community Mine Continuation Agreement (CMCA) 2026–2033 signing, marking a significant milestone in its enduring partnership with communities across the CMCA regions of Western Province.
The signing of the revised agreement was carried out through concurrent ceremonies across land-based regions—including the Highway Region, North Ok Tedi Region, Lower Ok Tedi Region, and Mine Villages—as well as water-based regions, including Kiwaba Region, Manawate Region, Dudi Region, Suki Fly Gogo Region, and Middle Fly Region. The final signing was held by the Middle Fly Region at Aiambak village on 4 November 2025, concluding the signing phase of the fourth CMCA.
The ceremony was attended by representatives from five distinct ethnic groups within the Middle Fly Region, Middle Fly Member Maso Hewabi, and other delegates, reaffirming Ok Tedi’s commitment to sustainable development, inclusive decision-making, and the pursuit of shared benefits.
The revised agreement ensures continued community support for Ok Tedi Mine’s operations until 2033 and outlines enhanced benefits for both impact and land-owning communities.
Building upon 25 years of collaborative engagement, the CMCA 2026–2033 encompasses several key initiatives, including:
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Increased compensation and development funding for CMCA communities
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Expanded education and health initiatives tailored to local needs
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Environmental safeguards and monitoring programmes
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Enhanced representation of churches, women, and youth within governance frameworks and development funding
Speaking at the final signing ceremony in Aiambak, Ok Tedi General Manager of Social Performance and Sustainability, Jesse Pile, said: “This agreement reflects our deep respect for the communities that host our operations. It is a testament to the trust we have built and our shared vision for a sustainable future.”
Pile also noted that the revised agreement includes additional Impact Project Agreements (IPAs) signed among stakeholders to support identified projects within CMCA regions.
Since the first CMCA was signed in 2001, Ok Tedi has invested over K1.6 billion in community development, infrastructure enhancement, and environmental rehabilitation. The revised CMCA 2026–2033 builds on this legacy, aligning with Papua New Guinea’s national development goals and the aspirations of the Fly River Provincial Government and the four District Development Authorities.
The revised agreement followed comprehensive consultations facilitated by independent facilitators (Tanorama Ltd), independent observers, representatives from Ok Tedi, shareholders represented by Kumul Mineral Holdings Limited (KMHL) and the Mineral Resources Development Company (MRDC), State representatives, and village delegates.
Its implementation will be overseen by the Ok Tedi Development Foundation (OTDF) to ensure transparency, accountability, and measurable outcomes in community development initiatives.
Pile also thanked all stakeholders, particularly MRDC and KMHL, for their support in achieving this important outcome.
