The President of France, H.E Emmanuel Macron will be in the country towards the end of this week on his first official visit to the Pacific, after visiting Vanuatu tomorrow. Prime Minister (PM) James Marape expressed profound enthusiasm for the upcoming visit of President Macron to Papua New Guinea (PNG), considering it a significant milestone in the nation’s global engagement. Scheduled to arrive in Port Moresby on Thursday, July 27th, President Macron’s visit marks the first time a French president has visited an independent country in the Pacific, showcasing Papua New Guinea’s growing connectivity with the world. “This historic visit…
Author: Emmanuel MAIPE
Things are progressing as quickly as possible to the opening of the new Porgera Mine in the Enga province with recent announcements by the Mining Minister, setting the final steps to the actual opening of mining project. Mining Minister Sir Ano Pala on Thursday, July 20th, announced the important statutory activities that must be undertaken by the Mineral Resources Authority (MRA) that would lead to the re-opening of the Porgera Mine. The statutory activities are: · Mining Warden’s Hearing, which will be held on July 31st at Paiam Oval, Porgera, and on August 01st in Tari. · Technical Assessment on…
Fuel consumers and the travelling public throughout the country should see refined fuel back in stock at all Puma service stations this week onwards, after the government intervened with a temporary directive to enable Puma Energy to access foreign currency and financial services to purchase new supplies. Puma Energy Managing Director and Chairman, Mr. Hulala Tokome, gave the assurance as well when speaking to PNG HAUSBUNG today in Port Moresby city. Mr. Tokome, who was doing site visits to all the Puma service stations this morning to see how things were going, said it’s actually good to see more people…
The announcement by fuel distributor Puma Energy that normal fuel supply would resume comes as great news for the aviation industry and the airlines that operate in it. The national flag carrier Air Niugini, is one of the airlines that welcomed the news and has also announced that it has recommences its normal flight schedule as of Remembrance Day, Sunday 23rd July after Puma Energy, agreed to restore all daily fuel requirements. Earlier, Air Niugini had no choice but to reduce its schedule when Puma Energy announced aviation fuel supply rationing. Air Niugini Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr. Gary…
Good news for fuel consumers and the travelling public, Puma Energy has announced that fuel supply should be all good after the government intervened to enable the fuel distributor to access supply of fuel from overseas. “We thanked the prime minister, the Department of Prime Minister, the Treasury and government of Papua New Guinea for intervening with a temporary directive that will enable Puma Energy has the necessary access to foreign currency and financial services,” said Puma Energy Managing Director and Chairman, Mr. Hulala Tokome. “We trust all relevant authorities will work together to meet the commitments outlined in the…
The sacrifices made by our forefathers during times of conflict, especially during the Second World War, should not be taken for granted or forgotten because their efforts brought about the freedom now experiences in the country, which is something that must be protected always. That was the message from the Governor General of Papua New Guinea (PNG), Grand Chief Sir Bob Dadae when commemorating the 42nd Remembrance Day this morning at the Ela Beach Remembrance Park, Port Moresby. The Governor General said that the 23rd of July, the date marking Remembrance Day, is significant to PNG because it was on…
In light of current fuel supply shortage issue faced by Puma Energy PNG, the Independent Consumer and Competitions Commission (ICCC) is now calling on the wholesalers and retailers along with the suppliers of refined fuel to increase their coverage in the country, in the national interest of fuel supply security. The ICCC Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr. Paulus Ain said the recent announcement by Puma Energy to ration fuel supplies due to ongoing foreign currency challenges, is unsettling. Mr. Ain said this because the fuel market is open for competition and any new player can enter to join…
The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) as part of commemorating National Remembrance Day this weekend, will be holding a Dawn Service at the Murray Barracks in Port Moresby to remember the fallen during times of conflicts and domestic duties. According to the PNGDF, the commemorative service will be in two parts, the first being the Dawn Service and the second part will be the main National Remembrance Day Service at the Ela Beach Remembrance Park. The Dawn Service at Murray Barracks will be conducted to commemorate Papua New Guineans who have bravely lost their lives in military operations and…
An estimate of over 300 Australian Football League (AFL) players from across the country are expected to come together in Port Moresby city for their National Championships in November. AFL PNG Senior Football Operations Manager, Mr. Rex Leka said that the AFL teams from the provincial associations will be coming from all four regions of the country for the event. “Teams from Central province, NCD (National Capital District), Lae, West New Britain and East New Britain will be coming. Mt Hagen is yet to confirm their attendance,” said Mr. Leka. He added that they are expecting two teams each from…
The Mahindra brand of vehicles from India will now feature more in the Papua New Guinea (PNG) market following the launching and showcasing of its new pick- up models in Port Moresby on Tuesday. To be distributed by the Boroko Motors dealership, the new models include the Mahindra pick- up single cabin and double cabin variants, Bolero pick- up range and the Supro Maxitruck. The Mahindra range of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) will arrive on PNG shores soon. Boroko Motors Dealer Principal, Mr. Tony Barlow said the vehicle range was designed for conditions similar to PNG and would make an…