Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today delivered Papua New Guinea’s Country Statement at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly high-level debate. Speaking along the session theme of ‘Leaving no one behind: Acting together for the advancement of peace, sustainable development, and human dignity for present and future generations’, the Prime Minister highlighted…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has requested the United Nations secretariat to assist forest nations like Papua New Guinea advocate stronger on forest preservation and climate financing to assist these nations in their development aspirations. The Prime Minister put the special request to United Nations Secretary-General Antoinio Guterres in a bilateral meeting on the margins…

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His Excellency Mr. Philemon Yang, President of the General Assembly; His Excellency Mr. Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations; Distinguished fellow Heads of State and Government; Excellencies; Ladies and Gentlemen It is my honour to address this august Hall again on behalf of the people of Papua New Guinea. Mr President, I congratulate you,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has arrived today, 6am local time, in New York City for the 79th United Nations General Assembly. The Prime Minister was met upon arrival by Papua New Guinea’s Ambassador to the United States, Fred Sarufa and received by Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Justin Tkatchenko; Minister for National Planning, Hon.…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has praised the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) for their diligent efforts in policing operations across the country. He acknowledged the significant results achieved, particularly in the continuous confiscation of illegal drugs and other substances, both locally and transnationally, despite the limited resources and challenges faced by the force.…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has departed Papua New Guinea on Wednesday, September 25, 2024,  on an important trip to the United States of America to attend the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Prime Minister Marape is scheduled to address the UNGA on Friday, September 27, 2024, just after midday (U.S. time). For Papua…

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• Introduction His   Excellency    Ambassador    Yang   Xiaoguang, members   of  the   diplomatic   corps,   distinguished guests,   staff  of the  Chinese  Embassy,  Ladies  and Gentlemen, It is an honor and a privilege to be here this evening and be part of this special occasion.  On behalf of the Government  and  people  of Papua  New  Guinea,  I extend warm…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today revealed that the monumental K450 million Waigani National Court Complex (WNCC) will be inaugurated in 2025, coinciding with Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence anniversary celebrations. This state-of-the-art facility, constantly funded by the government since taking office in 2019, promises to be a cornerstone for justice in Papua New Guinea.…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reiterated his government’s unwavering commitment to restoring and maintaining law and order in Papua New Guinea, assuring Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika and Chief Magistrate Mr. Mark Pupaka that the 2025 Budget will provide significant support for both the Judiciary and Magisterial Services. He made this clear today when…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today expressed deep sorrow over the passing of pioneering Papua New Guinean journalist, Barney Orere, a beloved figure and one of the nation’s most prolific writers. Orere, who had recently retired from the Post-Courier, was among the last of a distinguished generation of journalists trained under the vibrant Office of…

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