Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has described his meeting with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, as a defining moment in Papua New Guinea’s efforts to strengthen global partnerships and position itself within key international economic networks. Prime Minister Marape said…

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Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Lands and Physical Planning, Hon. John Rosso, has reaffirmed the National Government’s full support for the Central Provincial Government to establish its own provincial city, including markets, residential estates, office complexes, and supporting infrastructure—more than 50 years after Independence. He said the people of Central Province have for decades…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape on Wednesday, 4 February, 2026 welcomed the signing of a historic Memorandum of Understanding on Mutual Exemption of Entry Visa Requirements between the Government of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea and the Government of the United Arab Emirates, describing it as a major step forward in strengthening bilateral…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has confirmed that Papua New Guinea will once again host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Meeting in 2033, marking the nation’s second time to host the prestigious regional forum following APEC 2018. Speaking from Dubai, Prime Minister Marape said the confirmation provides Papua New Guinea with seven years of…

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Prime Minister Marape has strongly condemned recent criminal and rascal activities reported in Oro Province, describing the incidents as a serious threat to public safety and warning that those responsible must surrender immediately or face the full force of the law. The Prime Minister’s remarks follow briefings from the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC)…

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The Privet Gavamani Konekt Dialogue has reaffirmed the indispensable partnership between the Government and the Private sector as central to Papua New Guinea’s development. This event was held on 3rd February in Port Moresby. In this dialogue, Government Officials, Development Partners, Investors and Private Sectors come together to discuss a way forward, which is aimed…

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Chief Secretary to Government, Ivan Pomaleu, OBE, has addressed members of the Provincial and Local Level Services Monitoring Authority (PLLSMA) at the first meeting for 2026, setting out urgent reforms to drive accountability, improve service delivery and align sub-national systems with the Government’s Reset@50, 20 Year Road Map and Vision 2050. Mr Pomaleu thanked DPLGA…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has departed Papua New Guinea today to attend the 13th annual World Governments Summit in Dubai from 3–5 February 2026, as part of a broader programme of high- level global economic, governance, and investment engagements. The summit, held under the theme “Shaping Future Governments”, will bring together more than 150…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today emphasised the Government’s unwavering commitment to growing Papua New Guinea into a K200 billion economy, telling business leaders that sustained growth, diversification, and structural reform remain central to the nation’s future prosperity. Speaking at the 16th Prime Minister’s Back-to-Business Breakfast in Port Moresby, Prime Minister Marape said Papua New…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has commended and pledged financial support for a community-based agro stock development initiative in Nogoli, Tari-Pori District, describing it as a practical model for rural economic empowerment through agriculture and livestock development. The Tari-Pori District Development Authority (DDA) has committed K500,000 towards the locally owned and operated Trans Wonderland Agrostock…

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