New Zealand and Papua New Guinea have agreed to strengthen bilateral relations following a meeting between New Zealand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister, Hon. Winston Peters, and Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister, Hon. James Marape, in Port Moresby on Monday, May 13, 2024. Prime Minister Marape recognised New Zealand as a steadfast d...
Prime Minister Hon. James Marape on Friday, May 10, 2024, lauded the National Airports Corporation (NAC) and the Civil Aviation Development Investment Project (CADIP) for their significant role in constructing the new K76.8 million Gurney Airport in Alotau, Milne Bay Province. He expressed his commendations during the groundbreaking ceremony held in Alota...
Prime Minister Hon. James Marape on Thursday, May 16, 2024, extended a warm welcome to the High Commissioner of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to Papua New Guinea, H.E. Mr. Tarukil Islam, upon his maiden visit to PNG. Prime Minister Marape, in meeting him at Sir Manasupe Haus, congratulated High Commissioner Islam upon his new appointment and affi...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Country Head, Mr. Sohrab Rafiq, recently gave an update on the multinational lender’s program with the Papua New Guinea government. Mr. Rafiq highlighted the progress made in the IMF program, with successful completion of the first and second review missions, and underlined the importance of the IMF's concessional ...
On Europe Day, the European Union Ambassador to Papua New Guinea, His Excellency Jacques Fradin, delivered a passionate speech emphasizing the significance of the day and the enduring partnership between the EU and PNG. Ambassador Fradin said, “Some might wonder what is the 9th of May celebration all about? It’s not an independence day, nor a victory,...
Prime Minister Hon. James Marape praised the efforts of PNG Customs in Port Moresby for their significant achievements in combating the importation of counterfeit goods into Papua New Guinea from 36 per cent to 4 per cent. “This has been made possible by increased government investments in border surveillance and fighting illicit trade,” he said. Du...
In a significant endorsement of local governance, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has praised the Mendi-Munihu District for its proactive approach to development, highlighted by the creation of the Mendi-Munihu District Five-Year Development Plan 2023-2027. Speaking before a large gathering at the Momei Oval in Mendi on Thursday, May 2, 2024, the Prim...
Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has called on the residents of Mendi-Munihu and the Southern Highlands to responsibly maintain the newly reopened K41 million Mendi Airport. His appeal came during the inauguration ceremony held recently, marking a significant milestone facilitated by the Asian Development Bank’s Civil Aviation Development Investment Pr...
The Minister for International Trade and Investment, Hon. Richard Maru expressed great satisfaction with the outcome of his bilateral meeting with the Minister for Foreign Trade of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi. The bilateral meeting was held on the margins of the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Congress, wh...
The Papua New Guinea (PNG) National Government and the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) convened for the Joint Supervisory Body (JSB) meeting to address critical matters concerning the ratification and consequences of the Bougainville referendum. Prime Minister Hon. James Marape and ABG President His Excellency Ishmael Toroama co-chaired the me...
The Papua New Guinea Chamber of Resources & Energy (PNG CORE) recently welcomed two esteemed entities, Great Pacific Gold and Southern Cross Assurance Limited (SCAL), into its dynamic network. Great Pacific Gold joins PNG CORE following its recent amalgamation agreement with Tinga Valley Copper & Gold Corp. to acquire a highly prospective PNG c...
The historical ties between Papua New Guinea and Australia run deep, rooted in shared experiences and mutual support. On April 25th, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and PNG Prime Minister Hon. James Marape embarked on an historic 2-day walk to commemorate ANZAC Day, symbolizing the enduring strength of the relationship. “May the Spirit of AN...
As the global community faces the inevitability of climate change, it becomes imperative for nations and businesses alike to prepare for the ensuing transitions. Papua New Guinea is thus actively addressing the challenges climate change poses, particularly in the realm of sustainable transportation. “It is mandatory upon us to take bold and precise act...
The Autonomous Bougainville Government has announced its intentions to collaborate with foreign investors, particularly from China, to pursue key development projects in the region. This decision comes amid growing interest from Chinese companies to invest in Bougainville's infrastructure and economy. ABG Vice President and Minister for Commerce, Trade...
Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has acknowledged the World Bank for highlighting important steps to be taken by the Papua New Guinea Government to grow its economy during a high-level seminar in Mt Hagen, Western Highlands, on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. He made the acknowledgment when closing the seminar on ‘Doubling the PNG Economy Within a Decade to C...
Port Moresby Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (POMCCI) recently hosted the Price Waterhouse Coopers (PwC) PNG 3rd Family Business Survey (FBS), presented by Michael Collins Entrepreneurial and Private Business (EPB). The survey shed light on the dynamics of family businesses, their challenges, and strategies for building trust and sustainability. ...
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