Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has issued a direct challenge to the Member for Chuave, James Nomane, calling on him to show the people of Chuave and Papua New Guinea what he has achieved with the funds allocated to his district. “I challenge Mr Nomane to show the people of Chuave and Papua New Guinea…

Know More

On the afternoon of Friday, 21 February, 2025, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape held key discussions with Chairman of the Australian Rugby League Commission Peter V’landys in Sydney, Australia. This is part of a brief visit by Prime Minister Marape to Australia that is focused on reflecting upon PNG-Australia relations that go back to PNG…

Know More

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape described his visit to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) archives as an emotional and deeply moving experience, as he explored historical recordings and documents capturing Papua New Guinea’s journey to independence. The ABC, which has had a presence in PNG since the late 1940s, played a significant role in shaping…

Know More

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reaffirmed the strong and enduring relationship between Papua New Guinea and Australia during a series of successful meetings in Sydney today. In the morning, Prime Minister Marape paid a courtesy visit to the Australian Governor-General, Her Excellency the Honourable Ms. Sam Mostyn AC, where they engaged in discussions on…

Know More

A high-level meeting was held today in Port Moresby between Prime Minister Hon. James Marape, Morobe Provincial MP Hon. Luther Wenge, and Chairman of the State Negotiating Team (SNT), Dairi Vele, to discuss the progress of the Wafi-Golpu Project. The Government reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that the project proceeds in a manner that delivers…

Know More

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has today welcomed Papua New Guinea’s official membership in the Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC), marking a historic milestone for the nation’s oil palm industry. PNG joins Indonesia, Malaysia, and Honduras as the fourth member of the global palm oil organisation, strengthening the country’s position in international trade…

Know More

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has praised State Enterprises Minister Hon. William Duma for his leadership in securing new aircraft for Air Niugini, marking the first major fleet acquisition since the late 1970s. The Prime Minister’s commendation came after a high-level meeting with Minister Duma, Air Niugini Chief Executive Officer Gary Seddon, Kumul Consolidated Holdings…

Know More

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has issued a strong call for urgent reforms in Papua New Guinea’s State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), emphasising the need for greater efficiency, self-sustainability, and improved service delivery. He made these remarks following a high-level meeting with State Enterprises Minister Hon. William Duma, Kumul Consolidated Holdings Ltd (KCHL) Managing Director Prof. David…

Know More

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has on Sunday, February 16, 2025, reaffirmed his government’s commitment to modernising the Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) and strengthening national security. Addressing senior defence officials, including Defence Minister Hon. Billy Joseph, Defence Secretary Mr John Akipe, and Commander Rear Admiral Philip Polewara, the Prime Minister outlined a bold…

Know More

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has outlined an ambitious 20- year vision for Papua New Guinea Correctional Services (PNGCS), emphasising discipline, rehabilitation, and economic contribution through vocational training. Speaking during a meeting on Sunday, February 16, 2025, with PNGCS Minister Hon. Joe Kuli, Acting Commissioner Bernard Nepo, and other senior officers and staff, Prime Minister…

Know More