Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today commended Western Governor Hon. Taboi Awi Yoto and the people of Western Province for their unity and commitment in successfully completing and signing the 12th Ok Tedi Community Mine Continuation Agreement (CMCA) Review. Prime Minister Marape, who witnessed the signing, said the event marked an important milestone in sustaining…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has described today’s signing of the Papua New Guinea–Australia Mutual Defence Treaty, known as the Pukpuk Treaty, as a “historic milestone” that redefines the security partnership between the two nations and strengthens the foundation of mutual respect, shared history, and common destiny. Speaking at a Joint Press Conference alongside his…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has directed the Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) to conduct a comprehensive review of all mining companies operating in Papua New Guinea to ensure they are paying their fair share of taxes amid record global commodity prices. This follows the announcement by New Porgera Limited that it has paid over K500…

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– Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has congratulated Air Niugini, its management, and the people of Morobe Province following the successful operation of the airline’s first Airbus A220-300 commercial flight to Nadzab yesterday, describing it as a major step forward in Papua New Guinea’s aviation and connectivity ambitions as the nation celebrates its 50th year…

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Deputy Prime Minister Hon. John Rosso is currently Acting Prime Minister while Prime Minister Hon. James Marape is attending the official signing of the landmark Papua New Guinea–Australia Security Treaty. Prime Minister Marape said the signing marks a new chapter in the long-standing partnership between Papua New Guinea and Australia, opening new doors for cooperation…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has described the late Morobe Governor Hon. Luther Wenge as a “great statesman of Papua New Guinea,” saying his life of service in law, justice, and politics will inspire future generations. Speaking at the handover of Governor Wenge’s body in Lae on Friday, Prime Minister Marape said Wenge’s deep commitment…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today announced the National Executive Council’s (NEC) endorsement of Reset PNG@50, Papua New Guinea’s official reform blueprint to guide policy, planning, and implementation over the next 20 years. Reset PNG@50 represents a decisive turning point as the nation reflects on 50 years of independence while charting a bold course towards…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to ensuring that the people of Enga Province directly benefit from the new Porgera Mine, and from the nation’s broader economic growth under the reset agenda. Speaking in Enga today, Prime Minister Marape said the Government’s focus is on growing the national economy so that…

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Prime Minister James Marape has described the late Morobe Governor Hon. Luther Wenge as “Papua New Guinea’s constitutional defender” and pledged that his government will honour the legacy and unfinished work of the outspoken Morobean leader. Speaking at Governor Wenge’s state funeral service today, Prime Minister Marape paid tribute to the long-serving leader, lawyer, and…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today announced that Cabinet has formally approved the landmark Mutual Defence Treaty between Papua New Guinea and Australia, elevating the two countries’ defence and security partnership to its highest level in history. “Australia has only one other mutual defence treaty of this type and at our request Papua New Guinea…

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