On the eve of the vote of no confidence, Prime Minister (PM) James Marape has come out to say that he will concede to whatever the result will be during parliament sitting tomorrow, Tuesday 15th April. In a press statement the prime minister affirmed that whatever the outcome of Tuesday’s vote, he would honour the decision of Parliament. “If the majority of Members of Parliament (MPs) decide to elect Sir Peter Ipatas as Prime Minister, I will fully respect and support that decision. But if they express continued confidence in me, I will be humbled to carry on and complete…
Author: Emmanuel MAIPE
Papua New Guinea’s newest commercial bank to enter the banking sector, the National Banking Corporation (NBC), is looking at entering the stock exchange. The NBC is planning to publicly list its stocks for public purchase as early as next year 2026, with Prime Minister James Marape calling on Papua New Guineans to prepare themselves in anticipation of this event. Prime Minister Marape, while launching the new commercial bank on Thursday (10.04.25) evening, urged Papua New Guinea’s superannuation funds, provincial governments, landowner companies, nationally owned businesses, and individual Papua New Guineans to look forward to the announcement and to buy shares…
The latest report from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has painted a very good picture of Papua New Guinea’s (PNG’s) economic growth, attributing it to sound economic policies and measures taken by the government. In an IMF article from that report published on Tuesday 8th of April 2025, it stated that PNG’s economic growth is projected to increase to 4.7 percent in 2025 with the outlook remaining broadly positive. It went on to say that continued fiscal consolidation would help to reduce debt risks, while a tighter monetary policy stance would reduce foreign exchange pressures, support the crawl-like FX arrangement,…
Prime Minister James Marape continues to drive his government’s commitment to transform the agriculture sector into a major revenue maker for Papua New Guinea (PNG). On Monday 7th April, in Lae city at the National Agriculture Industry Public- Private Sector Partnership Conference, he stressed this in his opening speech by issuing a call to action for PNG to transform its agriculture sector through unified public-private partnerships. In his address at the opening of the Conference, Prime Minister Marape said agriculture is no longer just a sector, it is the foundation for national survival, self-reliance, and long-term prosperity. “I am not…
The 2025 Digicel ExxonMobil Cup Season has been officially launched with Round One (1) set for this Sunday 13th of April in Lae city, bringing in a season with so many expectations. The eventful launching took place last evening at the Gateway Hotel in Port Moresby city where guests witnessed the display of the Cup and the captains of all twelve (12) franchises in full display of their club outfits. Tony Archer – General Manager, Pathways and Performance, in his opening remarks, reflected on the 2024 Season, hailing it a success, but stressed that things are hitting up especially with…
Prime Minister James Marape appealing to all public servants to remain loyal to their duties and refrain from engaging in political commentary or activity. He made this appeal after the Motion of No Confidence against him was put on the notice paper today to go through its constitutional process before it is debated on the floor of parliament next week Tuesday. The process under Section 145(1)(b) of the Constitution is now in motion, with the Notice of the Motion of No Confidence tabled today. “In accordance with the Constitution, Parliament will reconvene next Tuesday to deliberate on the Motion of…
Parliament has been adjourned as of this morning to next week Tuesday to allow the motion of no confidence go through its constitutional process before debating it, something which Prime Minister James Marape himself gladly accepted. Prime Minister Marape fully welcomed today’s special sitting of Parliament, commending the Speaker and Members of Parliament (MPs) for complying with the Supreme Court’s directive and setting a strong precedent for future leaders of Papua New Guinea (PNG). He acknowledged that today’s sitting was convened under the direction of the Supreme Court and with the leadership of the Speaker, demonstrating respect for the rule…
The Supreme Court ordered parliament recalled sitting commenced this morning with the Members of Parliament from the Government team punctual arriving 20 minutes before 10am. Most of them were seen leaving the State Function Room walking briskly to the main chamber to start the day’s business. Today’s sitting is expected to see the Opposition file the motion of a no confidence on the notice paper, which will then allow for a seven-day suspension for the process to take place and parliament to resume next week for the actual Vote of No Confidence to proceed.
Prime Minister (PM) James Marape is in Brisbane, Australia this weekend on another official trip, using this trip to give Members of Parliament (MPs) space to reflect freely ahead of the looming motion of no confidence. The visit comes at a significant political moment, and Prime Minister Marape said his decision to travel is also intended to demonstrate respect for the democratic process and to avoid any perception of exerting undue influence on Members of Parliament. “There is much political noise in the air, with accusations labelling me a control freak or a dictator,” Prime Minister Marape said. “To respect…
Prime Minister (PM) James Marape has accepted the 10% tariff slapped on Papua New Guinea (PNG) exports to the United States (US) by President Donald Trump but says local exports could be redirected to friendlier markets should things get too difficult. Prime Minister Marape in an official statement said the Government had been formally briefed by the Department of Foreign Affairs and recognizes that the tariff imposition is a decision made under the current U.S. administration’s domestic trade priorities. “As a sovereign nation, we respect the right of the United States Government to make trade policy decisions in accordance with…