Prime Minister and Tari-Pori MP Hon. James Marape has welcomed the final results of the Local-Level Government elections in Tari-Pori District, praising candidates, supporters and communities for delivering a peaceful, orderly and fair process marked by maturity, discipline and respect for democratic outcomes. Prime Minister Marape said the successful completion of the elections across all…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has confirmed that the Prime Minister of Australia has formally accepted an invitation—conveyed through the PNG Chamber of Resources and Energy—to deliver the opening address at the 2025 Leaders’ Summit at the PNG Investment Week Conference in Sydney on 9 December 2025. Prime Minister Marape expressed his deep appreciation to…

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The Reset PNG@50 Roadmap – Papua New Guinea’s official reform blueprint guiding national policy, planning, and implementation over the next 20 years – was tabled in Parliament today (27.11.25). Prime Minister Hon. James Marape presented the document, labelling it the document of the nation and not of any one government.” “It is important that the…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape says the 2026 National Budget delivers unprecedented support to all Provinces and continues direct Relief to households through a substantial K1.01 billion Household Assistance Package. “This Budget ensures that every Province and every family receives support. We are putting more resources into Provincial systems and more savings into family pockets,”…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has applauded the significant increases to the Law and Justice Sector in the 2026 National Budget, saying the expanded funding demonstrates Government’s unwavering commitment to making PNG safer and more secure for all citizens. The 2026 Budget includes a 9.6% increase in Law and Justice funding, following a 9.5% increase…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape says the 2026 National Budget reflects Government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening Human Capital through expanded Health and Education investments, aligning with PNG’s 50-year Vision and the Reset@50 national renewal framework. “Our people are our greatest resource,” PM Marape said. “This Budget shows our determination to equip our children with quality…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has commended Treasurer Hon. Ian Ling-Stuckey for delivering the largest Capital Investment Program in PNG’s history, with the 2026 Budget allocating K7.697 billion under the Public Investment Program (PIP), a massive 277% increase from 2018 levels. The Prime Minister said the PIP reflects Government’s commitment to building the physical foundations…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has praised Treasurer Hon. Ian Ling- Stuckey for delivering what he describes as “one of the most economically transformative Budgets in the history of our nation,” as Parliament received the 2026 National Budget yesterday. The Prime Minister emphasised that the Budget arrives as Papua New Guinea celebrates its 50th Independence…

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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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