Prime Minister Hon. James Marape welcomed the Chief Executive Officer of Westpac Group, Mr Anthony Miller, to Melanesian Haus this morning for high-level discussions focused on Papua New Guinea’s Economic Outlook, key Resource Projects, and the continued partnership between the Government and the Banking Sector. The Meeting follows the release of a recent Westpac Report…

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Chief Secretary to Government, Ivan Pomaleu, OBE has reaffirmed the National Government Commitment to host the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Meeting in 2033, a national event that requires the Government investment of K500 million. Mr  Pomaleu  said  National  Undertaking  like  this  requires  disciplined  strategic  planning,  sustained political support and broader partnerships across government, provinces…

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Chief Secretary to Government Ivan Pomaleu, OBE has told Heads of Departments and Government Agencies to work in collaboration and achieve National Development Goals and Priorities of the National Government. The Chief Secretary made this statement following a recent five-day Heads of Department and Agencies Meeting involving 77 Government Departments and Agencies in Port Moresby.…

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Prime Minister James Marape has declared his government’s full acceptance of recent international financial assessment findings, committing to address all outstanding recommendations to strengthen Papua New Guinea’s economic security and integrity. The Prime Minister said the Government will not attribute the findings to past administrations, but will take responsibility and act decisively. “We accept the…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today addressed concerns following the latest designation of Papua New Guinea by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) as a jurisdiction under increased monitoring— commonly referred to as the “grey list”. The designation follows the conclusion of the FATF plenary on 13 February 2026, where Papua New Guinea and Kuwait…

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Celebrating a Life of Service, Education and National Advancement Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has paid tribute to Sir Mick Nades at his 80th birthday celebration, recognising him as a visionary leader whose life’s work has profoundly shaped Papua New Guinea’s education sector, business landscape and national development. Addressing dignitaries, family and friends gathered for…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has issued a blunt and urgent call to Papua New Guinea’s public service to deliver measurable results, warning that the country can no longer afford delays, inefficiency, or a culture of excuses. Speaking today at the close of the week-long Heads of Departments and Agencies Meeting in Port Moresby, Prime…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has welcomed newly-appointed Asian Development Bank (ADB) Papua New Guinea Country Director, Takafumi Kadono, to his new role in the country. Mr Kadono made a courtesy call on the Prime Minister at his office at Melanesian House, Port Moresby, where the Prime Minister expressed his well-wishes and reaffirmed the long-standing…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has welcomed encouraging Economic Indicators highlighted in Westpac Bank’s latest PNG Economic Update, describing them as further confirmation that Papua New Guinea’s economy is strengthening under the Marape-Rosso Government. According to the Report, PNG’s economy is projected to grow in 2026, supported by stable commodity prices, improved business conditions, stronger…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has emphasised the Government’s commitment to working in partnership with Christian churches as moral advocates and community partners, while upholding constitutional freedoms of belief, as Papua New Guinea advances its national Reset agenda during the country’s 50th Anniversary year. The Prime Minister on Tuesday this week met with leaders of…

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