PNG appoints Hon Trade Commissioner to Australia

PNG appoints Hon Trade Commissioner to Australia

The Minister for International Trade and Investment, Hon. Richard Maru, recently announced a significant step in Papua New Guinea’s trade strategy: the establishment of a Trade Commission Service, starting with the appointment of Rex Paki as the Papua New Guinea...
Bougainville Constitution’s first draft ready

Bougainville Constitution’s first draft ready

Two years after commencing consultations, the Bougainville Constitutional Planning Commission has unveiled its first draft of a homegrown constitution, marking a significant step towards the region’s anticipated independence from Papua New Guinea within the next three...
PM Marape applauds progress as Porgera Mine reopens

PM Marape applauds progress as Porgera Mine reopens

Papua New Guinea Prime Minister and Treasurer James Marape has expressed his satisfaction with the latest update from New Porgera Ltd (NPL) regarding the reopening of the Porgera mine. He welcomed the news that the restart process is progressing well and remains on...
AIFFP pledges US$150m for energy infrastructure in PNG

AIFFP pledges US$150m for energy infrastructure in PNG

The Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific has pledged a grant and concessional loan package totaling USD150 million to Papua New Guinea for the purpose of enhancing and repairing crucial energy infrastructure. This commitment was affirmed during...