Prime Minister James Marape officially launched the aircraft pavement strengthening, new terminal building, and associated works project at Aropa Airport, marking a significant milestone in the Civil Aviation Development Investment Project I (CADIP I). In his keynote address, he thanked the Asian Development Bank, National Airports Corporation and the CRCG contractors for ensuring commencement of…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reaffirmed his government’s strong commitment to transforming Papua New Guinea’s aviation sector through the ongoing implementation of the Civil Aviation Development Investment Programme (CADIP), saying it is key to unlocking economic potential across the country. Speaking from the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Prime Minister Marape said he chose to…

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Today, the Business Council of PNG (BCPNG) and the government, represented by the Department of Prime Minister signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) titled ‘Comprehensive Partnership for Government and Business’. This pivotal agreement aims to enhance ongoing engagement and consultation through the Government-2-Business Consultation Forum (G2BCF). Acting Chief Secretary to Government, Mr Ivan Pomaleu,…

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The National Executive Council, in its last meeting on Tuesday (27.05.25), has endorsed the Government Business for the March Parliament session. NEC Chairman, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape said Cabinet has endorsed Hon. Peter Tsiamalili as Leader of Government Business in Parliament. “Before each session of Parliament, it is expected that the Leader of Government…

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Today in Parliament, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape reasserted his Government’s steadfast commitment to the Connect PNG Programme, a transformative infrastructure initiative aimed at linking the nation through modern highways and roads. In response to questions raised by Opposition Leader Hon. Douglas Tomuriesa during Question Time, Prime Minister Marape emphasized that his Government welcomes scrutiny…

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The Government is totally committed to preventing Papua New Guinea from being placed on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list in October this year 2025, and is now fully immersed in completing key tasks through the newly set up Intergovernment Task Force on Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF). Prime Minister Hon. James…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reaffirmed that agriculture remains the bedrock of Papua New Guinea’s national identity, economic progress, and long-term resilience, as he delivered a powerful address to open the 14th National Agricultural Innovations Show hosted by the National Agricultural Research Institute (NARI) at Bubia, Lae. In a pre-recorded speech aired during the…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has issued a clear and uncompromising directive – public servants in the Provinces and Districts around the country who fail to abide by Reporting requirements will face serious disciplinary action, including termination. In his strong Statement to Parliament this afternoon, the Prime Minister emphasized that a culture of accountability must…

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Prime Minister James Marape has clarified that all provinces, including provincial governments and departments, did in fact receive operational funding in 2024, contrary to claims that no funding was transferred. In response to public assertions that certain provinces were entirely left out of funding allocations last year, Prime Minister Marape said this was not accurate.…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has offered his heartfelt commendation to the Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (DHERST), in partnership with the Enga Provincial Government, for their leadership and collaboration in establishing the Innovative University of Enga—a transformative milestone for higher education in Papua New Guinea. Prime Minister Marape congratulated the university…

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