Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today announced a major Cabinet reshuffle aimed at strengthening Government performance and ensuring the administration delivers on its commitments during the remaining months before the 2027 National General Election. The Prime Minister said the changes followed extensive consultations with ministers and were designed to place the right leaders in the…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has announced that tomorrow’s Government House announcements will include one of the most significant restructures of Papua New Guinea’s central government machinery since his Government took office, with major changes to ministerial portfolios, senior departmental leadership, and the functions of key economic agencies. Prime Minister Marape said the reforms were…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has directed stronger enforcement measures across the Public Service following the release of a briefing showing widespread failure by government agencies and provincial governments to submit their mandatory 2025 Annual Performance Reports. The Prime Minister said the findings were deeply concerning and reflected a culture of complacency that had no…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has declared that Papua New Guinea is entering a new era of resource development, saying his Government has laid the foundations for stronger national benefits while maintaining the country’s reputation as a stable and attractive destination for international investment. Speaking at the opening of PNG Resources Week 2026 in Port…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape says he expects to announce the new National Executive Council (NEC) composition and ministerial portfolio allocations tomorrow following formal processes at Government House. The Prime Minister said he was undertaking final consultations with ministers affected by the Cabinet reshuffle while also finalising appointments of new members to the National Executive…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has delivered an inspiring message to school children in Vanimo, urging them to put God first, reject harmful influences, and pursue education with determination, saying the future of Papua New Guinea rests in the hands of disciplined, educated and God- fearing young people. Addressing students after they proudly displayed the…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has officially launched the Papua LNG Project Benefit Sharing Process, calling on all stakeholders to work together in a transparent, inclusive and orderly manner to ensure the project delivers lasting benefits for landowners, affected provinces and the nation. Speaking at the opening of the process in Port Moresby today, Prime…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has described the Connect PNG Programme as the most significant national infrastructure initiative since Independence, saying the launch and commissioning of major road infrastructure projects across the Greater Sepik Region marks another milestone in the Government’s commitment to connect rural communities, unlock economic opportunities and ensure no Papua New Guinean…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape says the Papua New Guinea–Australia Defence Treaty marks a new chapter in the relationship between the two countries, elevating it beyond a traditional bilateral partnership into a broader strategic partnership founded on shared history, democratic values, economic cooperation and collective security. Speaking at a press conference today after returning from…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape says the Papua New Guinea Chiefs must be built on merit, strong junior development and long-term sustainability as the country prepares to enter the National Rugby League (NRL) competition in 2028. Speaking at a press conference today after returning from Brisbane, where he attended the Australia–Papua New Guinea Annual Leaders’…

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