Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has expressed his deep gratitude to the unprecedented number of international leaders, delegations, and diplomatic partners who travelled to Papua New Guinea to share in the nation’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations. He said the overwhelming support demonstrated Papua New Guinea’s growing role as a trusted friend, a Pacific leader, and…

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In the presence of Governor General of Papua New Guinea Sir Bob Dadae, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape, the Minister for Foreign Affairs Hon Justin Tkachenko, High Commissioner of the United Kingdom to Papua New Guinea H.E Anne Macro and representatives from the Papua New Guinea education sector, both formal and information. The announcement was…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has paid a moving tribute to the women of Papua New Guinea, describing them as the true anchors of the nation and the unsung heroines of the country’s independence struggle. The Prime Minister began by honouring the ordinary women in every corner of the country— the mothers, sisters, and daughters…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape successfully concluded a long round of back-to-back meetings with heads of governments who arrived in the country to participate in the celebrations marking PNG’s 50th Independence anniversary. The hectic schedule of meetings and associated events began on Sunday 14 September 2025 with a tree-planting ceremony in the gardens of the…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has announced that Papua New Guinea and Australia have agreed on the text of a Mutual Defence Treaty, elevating the two nations’ security partnership to the highest level in their shared history. The Treaty — to be known as the Pukpuk Treaty — will be formally signed after Cabinet processes…

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Very good morning to all of you — papa, mama, man, meri, boy and girl — wherever you are in Papua New Guinea or overseas. Motu: Idibada namona lo tubu, hina, dahu, hahine, boi, gele — evara ai Papua New Guinea, idibada ai ausait.(A good morning to all of you — fathers, mothers, men, women,…

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Papua New Guinea today marked 50 years of nationhood with the raising of its national flag at Independence Hill, Waigani. In his Golden Jubilee Address, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape reflected on the country’s economic journey since 1975, highlighting achievements, challenges, and a vision for inclusive prosperity in the decades to come. “From many, we…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today (15.09.25) expressed deep gratitude to all bilateral and multilateral partners of Papua New Guinea for their assistance over the 50-year life of the country, and asked that they continue this support into the future. The Prime Minister was speaking at the Independence Dinner he hosted at APEC House for…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today addressed the media at Melanesian Haus after a full day of bilateral and executive engagements with leaders and representatives from across the Pacific and Asia-Pacific region. These meetings, held on the sidelines of Papua New Guinea’s Golden Jubilee celebrations, underscored the country’s growing role and recognition in the global…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has welcomed the arrival of Air Niugini’s brand-new Airbus A220, declaring it a proud moment for Papua New Guinea as the nation prepares to celebrate its 50th Independence Anniversary tomorrow. Speaking before a large crowd including Members of Parliament, members of the diplomatic corps, international partners, and Air Niugini staff,…

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