Prime Minister Hon. James Marape says the Government’s strengthened Household Assistance Package under the 2026 National Budget reflects a firm and deliberate commitment to helping Papua New Guinean families cope with rising living costs, while maintaining a responsible path toward long-term economic stability. The Prime Minister stressed that this initiative is not a new announcement,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has underlined Papua New Guinea’s longstanding Foreign Policy position and restated the Government’s unwavering commitment to championing Melanesian Human Rights. This follows questions raised in Parliament by North Fly MP Hon. James Donald during Question Time today, regarding West Papua and PNG’s relations with Indonesia. Responding with measured diplomacy and…

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After 40 years, Papua New Guinea has finally revised its Foreign Policy White Paper which was presented and unanimously ratified by Parliament today (26.11.25). This new White Paper is themed ‘Strategic Partnerships for Security and Eco- nomic Prosperity’, and comes after 40 years since the last White Paper in 1981 under the theme ‘Active and…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has assured the people of Porgera‑Paiela District and Enga Province that the Community Development Agreement (CDA) for the New Porgera Mine will be concluded before the end of this year, enabling the release of substantial benefits currently held in trust for landowners and the Enga Provincial Government. Responding in Parliament…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape says his government will not remain silent on human rights concerns affecting Melanesians, including the people of West Papua,  and has consistently raised these matters with Indonesia. Mr Marape said PNG’s foreign policy “is not being overshadowed or manipulated by Indonesia” and that concerns over alleged human rights abuses in…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has affirmed his Government’s long-standing commitment to transparency, Parliamentary accountability, and respect for all Members of Parliament as the 2026 National Budget—totaling K30.9 billion—was formally tabled today by Treasurer Hon. Ian Ling-Stuckey. Speaking after the Budget Session, Prime Minister Marape emphasized that the Government will once again uphold its tradition,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has welcomed the presentation of the 2026 National Budget by Treasurer Hon. Ian Ling-Stuckey today, describing it as one of the most responsible, forward-looking and people-centred budgets in our nation’s history as we mark 50 years of Independence. The K30.9 billion Budget, delivered under the theme Security with Growth, outlines…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has emphasised the Government’s commitment to strengthening provincial health systems, releasing detailed funding figures and directing that all future district-level health investments in Hela Province must be channeled directly through the Hela Provincial Health Authority (PHA). Speaking at the Hela PHA fundraising dinner on Sunday evening (November 23, 2025), Prime…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has called on Papua New Guinea’s public servants and health workers to embrace sacrifice, discipline, and service above self, drawing from a deeply personal childhood experience to illustrate what true commitment looks like. Speaking at a fundraising dinner for the Hela Provincial Health Authority (PHA) on Sunday evening (November 23,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has urged Papua New Guinea to fully embrace digital transformation, saying that ICT and artificial intelligence (AI) will be the central drivers of the country’s next 50 years of national development, economic growth, and public-sector efficiency. Speaking at the opening of the Digital Transformation Summit 2025 in Port Moresby, Prime…

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