Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has called on national leaders, senior public servants, and town and city authorities across Papua New Guinea to visit the Summer Institute of Linguistics (SIL) facilities at Ukarumpa in the Aiyura Valley of Eastern Highlands and learn from its outstanding model of administration, cleanliness, and peaceful community living. Prime Minister…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has paid tribute to aviation pioneer and tourism icon, Sir Bob Bates, describing him as a “living legend” whose contribution to Papua New Guinea will continue to inspire generations through the newly launched book Wings Over Wild. Speaking today at Rondon Ridge Lodge in Mt Hagen during the official launch,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has used the launch of the new Book “Wings Over Wild” in Mt Hagen today to call on Papua New Guineans to embrace a Values-Driven approach to Nation Building, inspired by the life and legacy of Tourism pioneer Sir Bob Bates. Speaking at Rondon Ridge Lodge in Western Highlands Province,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today (29.03.26) officially launched Wings Over Wild, a new book that celebrates the extraordinary life and legacy of Papua New Guinea’s pioneering aviator and eco-tourism icon, Sir Bob Bates. The official launch took place at Sir Bob’s Rondon Ridge Lodge overlooking Mt Hagen city in Western Highlands Province, marking a…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape last night met with missionary families, members of the local community, and students of Ukarumpa International School in the Aiyura Valley, Eastern Highlands Province, in a warm and engaging gathering that celebrated unity, service, and education. The Prime Minister acknowledged the long-standing contribution of the Summer Institute of Linguistics (SIL)…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has paid tribute to the Summer Institute of Linguistics (SIL) for its 70 years of dedicated service to Papua New Guinea, describing its work as foundational to the country’s unity, identity, and spiritual life. Speaking at a special service with expatriate missionary families and the local community on Saturday night…

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Mt Hagen, Western Highlands Province – Veteran aviator and tourism pioneer Sir Bob Bates says his newly released book “Wings Over Wild” accurately captures the story of his life and his decades of contribution to Papua New Guinea. Sir Bob made the remarks during an interview ahead of the official launch of the book, which…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape on behalf of the government, has received K287,373,637.00 from K92 Mining Limited, marking the first tax installment payment for 2026. The Prime Minister stated that there is a positive story emerging from the Kainantu Mine; since the Mining Lease (SML) was activated, the company has ramped up operations in the…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape, MP, has warmly welcomed the newly appointed High Commissioner of New Zealand to Papua New Guinea, Her Excellency Georgina Roberts. The Prime Minister welcomed her as she presented her letter of introduction to him today at the Office of the Prime Minister, Melanesian Haus. Her Excellency Georgina Roberts brings with…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has commended the Graduation of 284 new Police Recruits at the Bomana Police College today, describing the milestone as a critical step in strengthening Papua New Guinea’s Law and Order Sector and securing the nation’s future. Speaking as Guest of Honour and Reviewing Officer at the Royal Papua New Guinea…

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