Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has formally received the Final Report of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) into the January 10, 2024 riots in Port Moresby, describing the findings as “deeply sobering” and central to restoring integrity, professionalism and public confidence in the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC). The report was presented at Melanesian…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reiterated his strong warning made earlier to illegal fishermen from neighbouring countries to be properly licensed or face the sinking of their fishing vessels. Prime Minister Marape resounded this warning today as he commended the border surveillance unit and the National Fisheries Authority (NFA) for apprehending three unlicensed fishing…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today described the entry of the PNG Chiefs into Australia’s National Rugby League (NRL) competition as a historic milestone that will transform Papua New Guinea not only in sport, but across the economy and national identity. Speaking at a Press Conference held this morning at the Santos National Football Stadium,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has called for a major shift in how Port Moresby’s water infrastructure is planned and expanded, urging Water PNG Ltd and relevant agencies to adopt a long-term, staged and strategic approach to meet the city’s growing demand. Speaking after a presentation by Water PNG Ltd Chief Executive Officer James Young…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has issued a clear call for a performance step-up across PNG Power Ltd and relevant government agencies, following a detailed presentation today by PNG Power Chief Executive Officer Mr Paul Bayly. Speaking after the briefing, the Prime Minister said the presentation confirmed that Papua New Guinea’s power challenge is no…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today signalled decisive reforms for Telikom PNG, calling for renewed private sector participation, improved commercial discipline, and faster adaptation to global technological change. Speaking after a detailed presentation by Telikom PNG Chief Executive Officer Amos Tepi, the Prime Minister expressed concern that Telikom’s market position has continued to weaken despite…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape welcomed the Chief Executive Officer of Westpac Group, Mr Anthony Miller, to Melanesian Haus this morning for high-level discussions focused on Papua New Guinea’s Economic Outlook, key Resource Projects, and the continued partnership between the Government and the Banking Sector. The Meeting follows the release of a recent Westpac Report…

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Chief Secretary to Government, Ivan Pomaleu, OBE has reaffirmed the National Government Commitment to host the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Meeting in 2033, a national event that requires the Government investment of K500 million. Mr  Pomaleu  said  National  Undertaking  like  this  requires  disciplined  strategic  planning,  sustained political support and broader partnerships across government, provinces…

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Chief Secretary to Government Ivan Pomaleu, OBE has told Heads of Departments and Government Agencies to work in collaboration and achieve National Development Goals and Priorities of the National Government. The Chief Secretary made this statement following a recent five-day Heads of Department and Agencies Meeting involving 77 Government Departments and Agencies in Port Moresby.…

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Prime Minister James Marape has declared his government’s full acceptance of recent international financial assessment findings, committing to address all outstanding recommendations to strengthen Papua New Guinea’s economic security and integrity. The Prime Minister said the Government will not attribute the findings to past administrations, but will take responsibility and act decisively. “We accept the…

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