Daru, Western Province — Friday, January 17, 2025 Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Works and Highways, Hon. Solan Mirisim launched the Western Province Integrated Development Plan 2023–2027 in Daru, with a commitment to align resources and partnerships for sustainable growth and development. The event, hosted by the Fly River Provincial Government in Daru was … Read more

As Papua New Guinea approaches its 50th year of independence, Prime Minister James Marape has called on public servants nationwide to recommit to their roles and serve with renewed dedication. This aligns with the theme of the 9th Public Service Dedication Service, scheduled for Friday, January 10, 2025: “Year of Restoration in the Public Service.” … Read more

Wednesday 18 December, 2024 Papua New Guinea has stepped forward to assist its Pacific neighbor Vanuatu following the devastating earthquake that struck the island nation earlier this week. Prime Minister Hon. James Marape announced today that the National Executive Council (NEC) has approved a K20 million relief package to support Vanuatu’s recovery efforts. “Our thoughts … Read more

Friday 29 November, 2024 Amid the growing risk of illegal and harmful activities being facilitated by social media, a policy will be developed to protect citizens. Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Hon. Timothy Masiu, announced the forthcoming Social Media Policy 2025 in Parliament on Thursday 28th November, 2025. While acknowledging the transformative role of … Read more

 Thursday, 28 November 2024 Members of Parliament  from both  Government and Opposition benches voted  unanimously in support of the Counter-Terrorism Bill 2024 as it made its passage through Parliament today. The bill was passed 84-0, surpassing the required 60 ‘Absolute Majority’ votes needed for its passing into law. In commending the Members, Prime Minister Hon. … Read more

 Wednesday 27  November 2024 Minister for Justice and Attorney-General, Hon. Pila Niningi,  will be seeking further interpretation from  the Supreme Court on  s.145 and s.142 of the Constitution whether a second Vote of No Confidence (VONC) motion is allowed to be moved against the same prime minister. The Minister has instructed lawyers to institute proceedings … Read more

Tuesday 26 November 2024 Minister for Information and Communications Technology Hon. Timothy Masiu in a celebratory milestone, lauded Digicel’s  TVWan’s decade-long commitment to transforming Papua New Guinea’s media landscape during its 10th anniversary celebrations. The event celebrated a significant milestone as Minister  Masiu honored TVWan’s resilience, dedication, and vital contributions to journalism in Papua New … Read more

Tuesday 26   November 2024 Minister  of  Information and Communications Technology, Hon. Timothy Masiu, addressing the World Internet Conference Wuzhen,   Ministerial Summit, China on 20 November 2024. Minister for Information and Communications Technology Hon. Timothy Masiu, underscored the nation’s commitment to bridging the digital divide during his address at the 2024 World Internet Conference in Wuzhen, … Read more

Monday 25 November 2024 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape, and  President of the Autonomous Region of Bougainville Ishmael Toroama, at the close of the special JSB meeting, held on Friday 22 November at the Melanesian Haus. (photo courtesy: PM’s Media). Prime Minister James Marape and  President of the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG)  Ishmael Toroama, as … Read more

Friday 22 November 2024 A business delegation  from the United States of America led by US Ambassador to Papua New Guinea, H.E. Ann Marie Yastishock, met with Prime Minister James Marape and selected state ministers on Wednesday 19 November, exploring business opportunities between the two countries. The 16-member  delegation is headed by Sarah Morgenthau, Special … Read more