Minister Tkatchenko urges Pacific neigbours to commit to nuclear test ban treaty

Friday 27 September 2024 Papua New Guinea will continue to stand with the Pacific nations for a collective Pacific voice against the consequences of nuclear testing in the region, says Minister for Foreign Affairs Hon. Justin Tkatchenko. Speaking at the 11th Ministerial Meeting of the Friends of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) in … Read more

Minister Tkatchenko Meets   Minister  Bourita on the margins of 79th  UN General Assembly

 Friday 27 September 2024 Minister of Foreign Affairs  Hon Justin Tkatchenko, met  with H.E. Mr. Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccans Expatriates, on the sidelines of the High-Level Week of the 79th United Nations General Assembly, on Wednesday  25 September 2024. In their discussion, both Ministers  reviewed  the status of the … Read more

Minister Tkatchenko Tells G20 Foreign Ministers Meet  Not to Dictate Terms of Pact for the Future

 Friday 27 September 2024 Success of the Pact for the Future, must be inclusive, and should not be dictated by outcomes of clubs of countries whose interests differ, from countries not party to groups, Minister Tkatchenko, tells the Group of 20  (G20)  Foreign Ministers Meeting. Foreign Minister Hon. Justin Tkatchenko in his statement to the … Read more

Prime Minister Marape Meets with State Negotiating Team and Twinza to Advance Pasca A Gas Project

Wednesday 25 September 2024 Discussions are progressing well  on the Pasca A Gas Project, which aims to develop the Pasca A gas-condensate field located approximately 95km offshore from Gulf Province, are progressing well. Prime Minister Hon. James Marape recently met with  the State Negotiating Team (SNT), and representatives of Twinza, the developer of the project, … Read more

Government Reaffirms Law, Order as Top Priority, Pledges Support for Judiciary and Magisterial Services

Wednesday 25 September 2024 Prime Minister James Marape receiving the 2025 budget estimates from Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika and Chief Magistrate Mr. Mark Pupaka. (picture credit: PM&NEC Media Unit). The Government  has reaffirmed  its  unwavering commitment to restoring and maintaining law and order in Papua New Guinea. Prime Minister Hon. James Marape, assured Chief … Read more

Official Opening of K450 Million Waigani National Court Complex in 2025

Wednesday 25 September 2025  Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has announced the inauguration of the monumental K450 million Waigani National Court Complex (WNCC), will coincide  with Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence anniversary celebrations in 2025.  This state-of-the-art facility, constantly funded by the government since taking office in 2019, promises to be a cornerstone for justice … Read more

Flag Lowering Ceremony – 49th Independence, Hubert Murray Stadium

Monday 16th Septembe, 2024 The Flag Lowering Ceremony on the evening of September 16th, 2024, at Sir Hubert Murray Stadium marked the conclusion of Papua New Guinea’s 49th Independence Day celebrations. With the nation’s flag slowly descending, the atmosphere was filled with reflection and national pride. The ceremony was graced by the presence of Governor … Read more

Flag Raising Ceremony – 49th Independence, Independence Hill

Monday 16th September, 2024 The 49th Independence Flag Raising Ceremony took place early this morning at 5:00 AM on Independence Hill, near the National Parliament area in Port Moresby. In the crisp morning air, the iconic Papua New Guinean flag was proudly raised, marking the nation’s journey towards its golden jubilee of independence. Dignitaries, government … Read more