Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reaffirmed that the National Executive Council (NEC) has endorsed a clear and final position on matters concerning East New Britain Palm Oil Limited (ENBPOL), and that the implementation of Cabinet’s decision must now proceed without delay. This follows recent confusion caused by a recent statement purportedly issued by the…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has announced the historic upcoming visit of the Secretary-General of the United Nations, His Excellency António Guterres, to Papua New Guinea in early September 2025—marking a momentous occasion in the nation’s Golden Jubilee celebrations. Prime Minister Marape confirmed today he has received formal communication from the Office of the Secretary-General…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today returned to the country following a two week-long official visit to the United States and United Kingdom, during which he advanced Papua New Guinea’s national interests through high-level engagements on climate, investment, resource development, defence, and economic resilience. In a press conference at Jacksons International Airport, the Prime Minister…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has expressed deep sorrow at the passing of Matalau Nakikus, one of the founding members of the legendary Barike Band of Rabaul, as the nation prepares to celebrate 50 years of Independence. Prime Minister Marape described the late Nakikus as a musical patriot whose voice gave soul to a young…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today defended the value of his official visits to the United States and United Kingdom, as well as other similar prior engagements, affirming that such engagements are integral to Papua New Guinea’s diplomatic and development objectives ahead of and beyond the nation’s 50th anniversary celebrations. “I understand the concerns regarding…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reiterated Papua New Guinea’s unwavering commitment to macroeconomic stability, fiscal reform, and debt sustainability during a high-level meeting with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington, D.C. The meeting was held at the IMF Headquarters with Deputy Managing Director Mr Bo Li, who directly oversees Papua New Guinea’s economic…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape, MP, used his high-level engagement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington, D.C., to call for the creation of a tailored support facility for Small Island Developing States (SIDS), especially fellow Pacific Island nations. Speaking directly to IMF Deputy Managing Director Mr Bo Li and his senior leadership team,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has expressed his gratitude to the global Seventh-day Adventist Church community during the opening session of the 62nd General Conference Session in St. Louis, Missouri, where he is attending as an official guest. In his remarks to more than 6, 000 delegates and visitors from across the globe, Prime Minister…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has paid tribute to the late Jimmy Wan, one of Papua New Guinea’s earliest Chinese-Papua New Guinean coffee growers and a devoted Christian philanthropist, who passed away peacefully in Brisbane on 24 June 2025 at the age of 89. Prime Minister Marape described Mr Wan as a “quiet nation-builder” whose…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has extended warm congratulations to President Donald J. Trump, the U.S. Government, and the American people on their 249th Independence Day, celebrating the enduring values of liberty, democracy, and faith. Prime Minister Marape is currently in St. Louis, Missouri, attending the 62nd General Conference Session of the Seventh-day Adventist Church as an official guest…

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