Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today reaffirmed that the recently- signed Papua New Guinea–Australia Mutual Defence Treaty, known as the Pukpuk Treaty, is a forward- looking, sovereign decision by Papua New Guinea to strengthen its National Defence Capacity and Regional Security Posture while deepening the country’s historic relationship with Australia. Responding to questions raised by…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reaffirmed his Government’s commitment to transparency, fiscal discipline, and equitable distribution of national resources following questions raised in Parliament today by the Member for Alotau, Hon. Ricky Morris, concerning the National Treasury Revenue Account (NTRA) and outstanding payments to resource Provinces and Districts. In responding to the Member’s concerns,…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today reaffirmed that his Government has been fair and consistent in distributing Funding support across all Districts and Provinces in Papua New Guinea since taking office in 2019, rejecting claims of bias or political victimization made in Parliament by the Member for Chuave, Hon. James Nomane. In his address to…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has assured Members of Parliament of fair and equal distribution of budgetary funding to all districts and provinces over the full six years of his time as prime minister. He has, however, demanded that all parliamentarians and heads of government agencies return the budget support with accountability and transparency by…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has responded to recent comments made by Ialibu-Pangia MP and former Prime Minister Hon. Peter O’Neill in The National newspaper today, describing them as “misguided and selective” and urging the leader to focus on facts and results rather than political rhetoric. Prime Minister Marape said that since taking office in…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has appealed to all candidates and voters across Papua New Guinea to uphold peace, discipline, and respect during the ongoing Local Level Government (LLG) elections being held nationwide. Prime Minister Marape commended the Electoral Commission and local government officials for their tireless efforts in coordinating this vital democratic process across…

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In a historic bilateral meeting reaffirming France’s growing relationship with Papua New Guinea, President of the Government of New Caledonia, Alcide Ponga, has met with Prime Minister Hon. James Marape. The bilateral meeting, which took place this morning at the Prime Minister’s Office at Melanesian House, Waigani, reaffirms the bilateral cooperation between Papua New Guinea…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Brisbane Broncos for sending both senior men’s and women’s players to Papua New Guinea this week to inspire young people through sport. The visiting contingent included men’s team stars Adam Reynolds (Captain), Ben Hunt, and Ezra Mam, along with women’s team players Romy…

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has congratulated the Papua New Guinea Kumuls on their spirited 40–28 victory over the Cook Islands in the opening match of the 2025 Pacific Championships at the Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby. Prime Minister Marape commended the team for showcasing the true fighting spirit of Papua New Guinea,…

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Minister for Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs, Hon. Soroi Eoe,  speaking on behalf of Prime Minister Hon. James Marape, reaffirmed Papua New Guinea’s enduring commitment to the principles and values of the United Nations during the national commemoration of United Nations Day in Port Moresby. Honouring the UN and Papua New Guinea’s Shared Journey…

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