The Marape Government is charting an unprecedented course towards inclusive economic growth with the unveiling of the the record K27.377 billion 2024 Budget. The budget, presented by Treasurer Hon. Ian Ling-Stuckey in Parliament on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, showcases a significant commitment to fostering Papua New Guinea’s economic sector and job creation. Aligned with the…

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In a significant move aimed at easing the financial burdens faced by Papua New Guinea families, the Marape Government has earmarked K440 million in the 2024 Budget to address the escalating cost of living challenges. The Marape Government remains steadfast in its commitment to addressing the economic challenges faced by Papua New Guinea’s citizens, striving…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape expressed his wholehearted endorsement for the groundbreaking K27.377 billion 2024 Budget, presented today in Parliament by Treasurer Hon. Ian Ling-Stuckey. The budget, anchored in the theme ‘Securing Our Future,’ reflects a commitment to propelling Papua New Guinea into economic prosperity with pro-development focus as well as continuing assistance to Papua…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today shed light on the significant transformation of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) since his government assumed office in 2019. Minister Hon. William Duma, the State-Owned Enterprises Minister since 2021, presented a comprehensive 16-page progress report to Parliament today on the reform programme to Papua New Guinea’s SOEs, along with their respective…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today underscored the crucial role that “respecting the rule of law” plays in contributing to the welfare of Papua New Guinea. Responding to a query in Parliament from Enga Governor, Hon. Sir Peter Ipatas, regarding the possibility of involving the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) in investigating the Lagaip supplementary…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape responded to inquiries from East Sepik Governor Hon. Allan Bird in Parliament today regarding the Bank of Papua New Guinea’s decision to halt the use of cheques in the country. Governor Bird expressed deep concerns about the potential impact on the people of East Sepik, particularly the local farming community,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today engaged in bilateral discussions with Palau President H.E. Surangel Whipps and Solomon Islands Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare on the sidelines of the XVII Pacific Games in Honiara. Upon returning from Honiara, where he attended the opening ceremony on Sunday, November 19, 2023, Prime Minister Marape highlighted the central…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has commended American President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping on their latest stand on Climate Change mitigation, made at the APEC Leaders’ Summit in San Francisco this week. Prime Minister Marape commended the two most prominent leaders of APEC for their firm commitment to migrate from heavy fossil…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape on Thursday (16.11.23) attended an APEC Leaders’ Informal Dialogue and Working Lunch, hosted by the United States President, Joe Biden, at the Moscone Centre, San Francisco. Prime Minister was among leaders of the 20 economies present during the dialogue. Among them were President of the People’s Republic of China, Xi…

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Prime Minister, Hon. James Marape has met with representatives of the Centre for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) – the independent non-profit affiliate of the US Chamber of Commerce that works at strengthening democracy worldwide through private enterprise and market-oriented reform. The meeting was with Mr John Morrell, Regional Director – Asia Pacific; and Mr Eric…

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