Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today revealed that the monumental K450 million Waigani National Court Complex (WNCC) will be inaugurated in 2025, coinciding with Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence anniversary celebrations. This state-of-the-art facility, constantly funded by the government since taking office in 2019, promises to be a cornerstone for justice in Papua New Guinea.…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reiterated his government’s unwavering commitment to restoring and maintaining law and order in Papua New Guinea, assuring Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika and Chief Magistrate Mr. Mark Pupaka that the 2025 Budget will provide significant support for both the Judiciary and Magisterial Services. He made this clear today when…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today expressed deep sorrow over the passing of pioneering Papua New Guinean journalist, Barney Orere, a beloved figure and one of the nation’s most prolific writers. Orere, who had recently retired from the Post-Courier, was among the last of a distinguished generation of journalists trained under the vibrant Office of…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has made an urgent and impassioned appeal for peace in Enga Province, as Police Minister Hon. Peter Tsiamalili Jr and Police Commissioner David Manning prepare to travel to the region tomorrow. They will meet with the Enga Provincial Government and all key stakeholders to discuss the Terms of Reference for…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reaffirmed the National Government’s commitment to resettling families displaced by the Manam Volcano in Madang and the Kadovar Volcano in East Sepik. These communities will be provided with permanent land titles, a significant step in securing their futures after years of uncertainty. Speaking at a ceremony in Kokopo, East…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today announced that discussions on the Pasca A Gas Project, which aims to develop the Pasca A gas-condensate field located approximately 95km offshore from Gulf Province, are progressing well. The announcement followed a meeting between the Prime Minister, the State Negotiating Team (SNT), and representatives of Twinza, the developer of…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape’s visit to East New Britain this week was not just a political engagement—it was a heartfelt reunion with a province deeply scarred by tragedy. As the people of East New Britain commemorated the 30th anniversary of the devastating 1994 Rabaul volcano disaster, Prime Minister Marape stood side by side with…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today handed out 199 land titles to families displaced by the 1994 Rabaul volcano eruptions, marking the 30th anniversary of this significant and somber event in Papua New Guinea’s history. The 199 families, originally from the Sikut Talvat area of Rabaul, were relocated to Gelagela in the Kokopo District after…

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Chief Secretary Mr. Ivan Pomaleu has announced that, effective this week, Department of Prime Minister and National Executive Council (NEC), together with the Prime Minister’s Office, will be operating from the proposed Somare Haus, located directly opposite Parliament Haus and in close proximity to the National and Supreme Courts. This relocation marks a significant step…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today farewelled Pope Francis off at Jackson’s International Airport and in so doing, echoed the Pontiff’s call for more love, peace and unity in Papua New Guinea. The Prime Minister attended a mass gathering of youth at the Sir John Guise Stadium with the Pope in the morning, and saw…

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