In a strategic move to streamline operations and enhance coordination among the three arms of Government, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has directed that all principal Government offices must be located within the Waigani area of Port Moresby. This directive aims to consolidate the Executive, Judiciary, and Legislature sectors for improved efficiency and collaboration. Prime…

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In a significant development aimed at mitigating the ongoing fuel crisis in Papua New Guinea, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has commended Kina Bank for its critical intervention. This move comes in response to Puma Energy’s struggle to maintain a steady fuel supply due to foreign exchange and related issues. Puma Energy, faced with foreign…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape is fully behind plans to restore Rabaul in East New Britain Province to grow the local economy from tourism dollars.This is because the province’s four districts of Rabaul, Kokopo, Gazelle and Pomio have a lot to offer in tourism. Prime Minister Marape said tourists are not the only foreign visitors…

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In an announcement that promises a brighter future for Rabaul, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has pledged unwavering support to the people of Rabaul and the wider East New Britain region. This pledge comes ahead of the 30th anniversary of the devastating volcanic eruptions on September 19, 1994, which obliterated the town once celebrated as…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape want the slogan “Be Counted” to be used to encourage Papua New Guinea’s population to participate in the upcoming National Census. This announcement comes as the National Statistics Office (NSO) ramps up preparations for the census, which is scheduled to take place in June of this year. The Prime Minister…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has highly commended the District of Pomio in East New Britain Province for implementing the Government’s Connect PNG Program by purchasing vessels to ferry passengers and cargo in the maritime province. Prime Minister Marape made the commendation when launching the district’s second vessel, MV Pomio 2, in Palmalmal on Friday,…

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The National Government is offering financial incentives to people participating fully in agricultural activities in Pomio District, East New Britain Province. Prime Minister Hon. James Marape announced this package at Palmalmal during the launch of the district’s second passenger and cargo vessel, MV Pomio 2. He highlighted this was to mobilise job creation by encouraging…

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In a significant move to bolster its agricultural sector, the Eastern Highlands Provincial Government unveiled its K432 million 2024 budget, emphasising a strategic pivot towards agriculture with the objective of diminishing reliance on imported staples such as rice. This initiative was highlighted during the budget presentation to Prime Minister and Treasurer, Hon. James Marape, on…

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Prime Minister and Treasurer Hon. James Marape has acknowledged the Gulf Provincial Government for trailblazing the National Government’s goal of providing electricity to at least 70 percent of the country’s population by 2030. In a meeting held on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Gulf Governor Hon. Chris Haiveta presented the 2024 Gulf Provincial and Local Level…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today announced the appointment of Kandrian-Gloucester MP and former Opposition Leader, Hon. Joseph Lelang, as the new Minister for Rural and Economic Development. The announcement comes on the heels of Hon. Lelang’s formal swearing-in by Governor-General Sir Bob Dadae at Government House, signaling a pivotal moment in the nation’s governance.…

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