Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has welcomed major progress on the Papua LNG Project, saying revised arrangements have strengthened Papua New Guinea’s benefits while providing greater certainty towards a Final Investment Decision (FID) by December 15, 2026. Prime Minister Marape said Papua LNG represents an estimated K60 billion in foreign direct investment into Papua New…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has called on Members of Parliament and all Papua New Guineans to approach this week’s historic consideration of the 2019 Bougainville Referendum Result with prayer, wisdom, maturity and respect for the Constitutional process as the National Parliament resumes today. Prime Minister Marape said Parliament is entering one of the most…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has welcomed the unanimous passage of the Pacific Adventist University Bill 2026 by the National Parliament, describing it as a significant milestone in strengthening higher education and investing in Papua New Guinea’s future. The bill was passed by Parliament today with overwhelming bipartisan support, receiving 62 votes in favour and…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has outlined the Government’s long-term strategy to revive PNG Power Ltd through structural reforms, provincial partnerships and partial privatisation, describing the state-owned utility as being in a “terminal” financial and operational condition after decades of underinvestment. Responding in Parliament to a question from West New Britain Governor Hon. Sasindran Muthuvel,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has confirmed that the Government expects to table a Supplementary Budget in Parliament next week to strengthen Papua New Guinea’s response to the ongoing El Niño crisis and other national priorities. Responding in Parliament today to a question from Opposition Leader Hon. James Nomane, Prime Minister Marape said Cabinet was…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has emphasied the National Government’s commitment to restoring Madang to its former status as one of Papua New Guinea’s most beautiful towns, announcing major investments in roads, urban renewal and airport infrastructure following his visit to the province over the weekend. Speaking after attending the Divine Word University anniversary weekend…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has announced a series of reforms aimed at strengthening Papua New Guinea’s correctional services system, with a renewed focus on rehabilitation, education, skills training and second chances for inmates as part of the Government’s 50th Year of Reset agenda. Speaking after attending a Sabbath worship service with Correctional Service officers…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has called on the people of Milne Bay to strengthen law and order and reclaim the province’s reputation as one of Papua New Guinea’s safest destinations as it prepares to expand its tourism industry. Speaking during the opening of the upgraded Gurney Airport, Prime Minister Marape said modern infrastructure alone…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has urged customary landowners throughout Milne Bay to retain ownership of their land and instead use it as the foundation for tourism and small business development. Addressing communities during the opening of the upgraded Gurney Airport, Prime Minister Marape said land remained the province’s greatest economic asset and should never…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has commended Alotau MP Hon. Ricky Morris for his commitment to developing tourism infrastructure in Milne Bay, describing him as a hardworking leader who has placed the long-term interests of his district ahead of politics. Speaking at the official opening of the upgraded Gurney Airport, Prime Minister Marape said Mr…

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