Thriving Seedlings ~ A Sweet Future for Nipa Kutubu Cocoa
NIPA Kutubu Cocoa has successfully established its first nursery with a capacity of 15,000 seedlings at Kutubu. This ambitious venture is...
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- Aug 27
Minister Maru Unveils New Sugar Mill ~ A Sweet Future for Papua New Guinea
PAPUA NEW GUINEA (PNG) is poised for a significant economic transformation with the launch of the Cocoland Sugar Development Project in...
- Aug 27
PNG’s Agri Trade Expo ~ A Turning Point for Economic Progress
THE Credit Guarantee Corporation’s PNG Agri Trade Expo, a fourday event from June 24 to 27, has emerged as a landmark in the evolution of...
- Aug 27
East New Britain Unveils Major SEZ Plans
East New Britain Province is poised for significant economic growth with the announcement of two new Special Economic Zones (SEZs):...
- Aug 27
Rebuilding Trust ~ 50 New Police Houses in Ialibu-Pangia
IALIBU-PANGIA MP Peter O’Neill emphasized the need to return to community-oriented policing at the commissioning of 50 new police houses...
- Aug 27
Porgera Mine Deal Promises 53% Economic Benefit for PNG in Landmark Agreement
PRIME MINISTER Hon. James Marape has announced that Papua New Guinea will secure a 53% share of the total economic value chain from the...
- Jun 30
Navigating the Path Forward ~ Pogera Mining Project Enters Critical Negotiation Phase
NEGOTIATIONS have entered a crucial phase as stakeholders pause to review and provide feedback on the draft Community Development...
- Jun 30
Transforming PNG’s Forestry Sector ~ New Laws for Maximizing Value
PRIME MINISTER Hon. James Marape recently announced the enactment of two new laws in the forestry sector aimed at ensuring Papua New...
- Jun 30
Progression of Teacher Pay in Papua New Guinea
TEACHER pay in Papua New Guinea (PNG) has been a topic of ongoing concern and reform over the years, reflecting broader challenges in the...
- Jun 30
The Gurney Airport Upgrade Project
THE National Airports Corporation (NAC) of Papua New Guinea is driving a transformative effort to elevate the nation's aviation...
- Jun 30
Transforming Maritime Infrastructure: The Kimbe Port Upgrade Project
PNG Ports Limited (PNG Ports) recently completed a pre-bid site inspection for potential contractors involved in the Kimbe Port Upgrade...
- May 15
OK Tedi Mining Limited Secures Special Mining Lease
OK TEDI Mining Limited (OTML) recently celebrated a significant milestone with the renewal of its Special Mining Lease (SML) 1 (0),...
- May 15
Marape Catalyzes Economic Growthin Gulf Province with LNG Projects
PAPUA NEW GUINEA’s (PNG), Prime Minister Hon. James Marape recently lauded the potential of the Papua LNG Project and the Wildebeest LNG...
- May 15
PNG Customs’ Vigilance ~ A Triumph in the Fight Against Counterfeit Imports
PRIME Minister Hon. James Marape recently lauded the exceptional efforts of PNG Customs in Port Moresby for their remarkable success in...
- May 15
Opposition Arises ~ Concerns Over PNG’s National Gold Bill 2022
ANTHONY Smare, President of the Papua New Guinea Chamber of Resources and Energy (PNG CORE) in a recent information session at the...
- May 14
Porgera Mining Project ~ Advancing Equitable Benefits
MINING Minister Honourable Muguwa Dilu, in a bid to expedite the Community Development Agreement (CDA) process and ensure timely benefits...
- May 14
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Seeks Japanese Engagement for Papua LNG Project Papua Project
PAPUA NEW GUINEA Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has set his sights on engaging in discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Hon. Fumio...
- May 14
Seizing Opportunities ~ Pan Aust’s Engagement with PNG Prime Minister on Sepik Development Project
A DELEGATION from PanAust consisting of seven members in a recent meeting with Papua New Guinea Prime Minister, the Honourable James...
- May 14
PetroChina’s Entry ~ A Catalyst for Growth in Papua New Guinea’s Hydrocarbon Industry
PRIME Minister Hon. James Marape heralded a significant milestone in Papua New Guinea’s hydrocarbon industry as PetroChina International...
- May 14
Charting Progress ~ IMF’s Insights on Papua New Guinea’s Economic Future
IN a recent update shared by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Country Head, Mr. Sohrab Rafiq, critical insights into the progress of...
- May 14
Charting a New Course for Lihir
MINISTER for International Trade and Investment, Hon. Richard Maru, in a poignant address during the launch of the Lihir Investment Fund...
- Apr 30
Mayur Resources: K590 Million Boost for Central Lime Project
HIRI-KOIARI MP Keith Iduhu has announced the successful securing of K590 million (US$155 million) by Mayur Resources Limited (Mayur) for...
- Apr 18
Revolutionizing Healthcare-Port Moresby General Hospital Unveils Cutting-Edge Kidney Dialysis Centre
PORT MORESBY General Hospital (PMGH) marked a historic moment on January 24, 2024, with the official inauguration of its state-of-the-art...
- Apr 18
Strengthening Health Care in Papua New Guinea
PAPUA NEW GUINEA Health and HIV/AIDS Minister, Dr. Lino Tom, embarked on a one-day official visit to the provincial capital of Western...
- Apr 15
A Challenge to Marape's Leadership - Belden Namah Calls for Accountability
VANIMO-GREEN Member of Parliament, Beldan Namah, delivered a resounding call for accountability, urging the nation to reclaim its destiny...
- Apr 15
Fortifying Bonds - PNG's Diplomatic Dance with Malaysia
IN a diplomatic overture laden with significance, Prime Minister and Treasurer Hon. James Marape underscored the profound import of...
- Apr 15
Marape’s Call to Action ~ Transforming Papua New Guinea’s Agriculture Sector
PRIME MINISTER and Treasurer Hon. James Marape underscored the significant strides made by his government in bolstering the agriculture...
- Apr 15
Empowering Communities ~ Prime Minister Marape’s ‘Take Back PNG’ Initiative
PRIME MINISTER James Marape has embarked on a transformative initiative aimed at empowering local communities and fostering economic...
- Apr 14
Papua New Guinea Embarks on Vital Census Journey ~ 2024 Population Count Underway
THE 2024 Papua New Guinea National Population Census has been officially launched, marking the commencement of a crucial data-gathering...
- Apr 13
BSP Bank - Unveiling PNG's Economic Odyssey: A Visionary Discourse
BANK SOUTH PACIFIC (BSP) Chief Executive Officer, Mark Robinson, articulated his fervent belief in the economic ascendancy of PNG
- Apr 10
Minister Maru's Call to Action
Minister for Internation Trade and Investment, Hon.Richard Maru, rallied his department department heads and agency leaders to deliver...
- Apr 10
Building Bridges - PRIME MINISTER James Marape of Papua New Guinea delivered a compelling address to the Australian Parliament
PRIME MINISTER James Marape of Papua New Guinea delivered a compelling address to the Australian Parliament, illuminating the profound...
- Apr 10
Coffee Policy Launched
Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has launched his government’s policy on coffee which includes a target of 2,500 trees per family that...
- Apr 10
PM to meet PUMA Energy Executives
James Marape, the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, has taken the initiative to find a solution to the ongoing dispute between PUMA...
- Apr 10
Feasibility study to determine the potential of Karamui
A staggering 1 million kina has been allotted by the Chimbu administration to perform a feasibility study that will reveal how much...
- Apr 10
Kerevat Jail facility in dire need of renovation
“It’s critical that inmates have access to a safe and hygienic environment.” Margreth Garap, the Kerevat Jail Commander Superintendent,...
- Apr 10
PM Albanese visits East SepikNew
In early January, following his recovery from COVID-19, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese paid a visit to his Papua New Guinean...
- Apr 10
PM Marape meets new Aust PM, Anthony Albanese
Prime Minister Albanese paid a two-day visit to Papua New Guinea, where he met with Prime Minister James Marape, for their first annual...
- Apr 2
Democracy Deferred - Dei's Representative
AS the Dei Open Electorate languishes in a prolonged legal battle, the quest for justice remains agonizingly out of reach. What began as...
- Mar 15
Strengthening Ties ~ PNG Delegation Set for High-Level Trade Talks in New Zealand Strengthening
THE Minister for International Trade and Investment of Papua New Guinea (PNG), Hon. Richard Maru, has announced plans for a high-level...
- Mar 15
Eradicate corruption ~ Opposition Calls for Stronger Anti-Corruption Measures in PNG
IN a bid to address the pervasive issue of corruption within Papua New Guinea, members of the opposition have issued a call to action...
- Mar 15
PNG Prime Minister Applauds IMF’s Return to Port Moresby AfterTwo-Decade Hiatus
HON. James Marape, the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, extends a warm welcome to the reopening of the International Monetary Fund...
- Mar 14
PNG’s Bold Move: Pioneering Ministers for Coffee and Palm Oil
PAPUA NEW GUINEA’s Prime Minister, James Marape, has introduced what is believed to be a world-first: dedicated ministerial portfolios...
- Mar 14
Strengthening Bonds PNG-US Diplomatic Talks Forge Ahead
PRIME MINISTER Hon. James Marape welcomed the new United States Ambassador to Papua New Guinea, Ann Marie Yastishock, at his Sir Manasupe...
- Mar 14
PNG Expands Trade Horizons with Honorary Trade Commissioners
WITH bolstering international trade and investment as the main aim, Papua New Guinea’s Minister for International Trade and Investment,...
- Mar 13
A Visionary Step Towards Nationwide Electrification
THE Gulf Provincial Government has emerged as a beacon of progress, exemplifying Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) commitment to providing...
- Feb 2
Empowering Jiwaka - Prime Minister Marape's Vision for Agricultural Prosperity
PRIME MINISTER Hon. James Marape has unveiled an ambitious blueprint to transform Jiwaka into a thriving agricultural hub by 2025....
- Feb 1
Political Turmoil Roacks PNG - MP Resigns En Masse
IN a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through Papua New Guinea’s political landscape, a trio of influential...
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