The Opposition leader Dougles Tomoriesa with two fellow Opposition members Kerenga Kua member for Sinasian-Yongamulg and Donald James member for North-Fly Open has highlighted a few issues that needs attention from the government. The first issue that the Opposition covered was the Local Level Government Election being delayed and why it is important to conduct a fair, just and safe election. Opposition Leader Dougles Tomoriesa stated that the LLG Election was delayed by a week or so, but they noted that it was done to cater for most of the candidates from remote locations to come into town for registration.…
Author: Maxine KAMUS
The Nation’s Capital Port Moresby city is moving closer to becoming the gateway to Asia and the Pacific with the launch of China Southern Airlines new route connecting Guangzhou, Port Moresby and Port Vila. National Capital District Governor Powes Parkop has welcomed the Marape-Rosso Government’s support for the launch of China Southern Airlines’ new route connecting Guangzhou, Port Moresby, and Port Vila. The inaugural flight on the 29th of April 2025 marks a major milestone in positioning Port Moresby as a key regional transit hub linking Asia and the Pacific. “This is a proud and strategic moment for Port Moresby.…
Preparations are underway for the launch of the Papua New Guinea (PNG)- Indonesia Business Council Inc, says the Minister for International Trade and Investment Richard Maru. The PNG- Indonesia Business Council will be launched by the Prime Minister James Marape on Wednesday, May 7, at the National Parliament’s State Function Room in Port Moresby. “PNG and Indonesia are close neighbors connected by land border but have not developed the trade and investment relationship between the two countries through any structured formal relationships.” “We are so close, yet so far away in terms of trade and investment. For the last 49…
After 50 years of being rent collectors of our fisheries resources, Papua New Guinea (PNG) will finally have its own cannery which will be constructed starting this year, says the Minister for International Trade and Investment Richard Maru. “This new cannery will be developed under a new joint venture (JV) company which will be 50% owned by the State and 50% by RD, with initial expertise to be provided by RD to help us transition from being a rent collector to being an owner of initially a cannery and later a fishing company,” said Minister Maru. Out of its 50%…
Kumul Consolidated Holdings (KCH) Limited has announced the presentation of new crane trucks to PNG Power Limited (PPL). This marked another milestone in efforts to strengthen national Infrastructure and frontline service delivery in the energy sector. KCH stated that the acquisition of the three crane trucks-procured at a total cost of K1.9 million from Ela Motors was made possible through the PPL Recovery Funding of K111million provided by the Marape-Rosso Government. “Two of the trucks have now been delivered, with the third currently in transit. The three units will be deployed to Port Moresby, Lae, and Kokopo, respectively, enabling direct…
Transparency International Papua New Guinea (TIPNG) urges the Prime Minister to take real action against corruption and to drive forward the reforms that are required to strengthen governance and accountability in Papua New Guinea. “The time for talk is over. Papua New Guinea’s poor ranking in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) should be a major worry for the PM as it reflects a widespread level of corruption in the public sector and taking serious action to address this should be his immediate priority,” said TIPNG Chair, Mr. Peter Aitsi. TIPNG calls on the PM for the following actions: Sack Non-Performers:…
BSP Financial Group Limited has increased its unsecured Personal loan limit to K110,000 from the previous K50,000 limit. “This increase from the previous K50, 000 limit, gives customers more financial power to turn your plans into reality, whether it’s a dream wedding, a much-needed holiday, school fees, or emergency expenses,” BSP said BSP Group GM Retail – Ronesh Dayal, said this change is part of BSP’s focus on making banking more supportive and accessible for Papua New Guineans. “We have made it easier for more people to apply and get approved quickly. With higher loan limits, better flexibility, and fewer…
Kina Bank has announced the appointment of Mr. Mackhenly Kaiok as Chief of Staff. Kina Bank said Mr. Kaiok brings over 20 years of experience in communications, public relations, and stakeholder engagement across the media, resources, and banking industries. “With more than 18 years in the resource sector, Mr. Kaiok will be instrumental in driving the development and embedding of Kina Bank’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy as well as enhance stakeholder engagement, align communications with the bank’s strategic objectives, and oversee the day-to-day operations of the CEO’s office. In his previous role as Head of Communications at Kina…
The National Airports Corporation (NAC) and stakeholders officially launched the commencement of the Asphalt Overlay, Terminal Building Refurbishment and Associated Works project at the Hoskins Airport in West New Britain Province today. This important milestone was officiated by the Civil Aviation Minister Wake Goi representing the Prime Minister at the provincial capital, Kimbe town. Member for Nakanai Francic Manake, represented Members of Parliament from West New Britain Province including Governor Sasindran Muthuvel at the event. Thanks to the Government of Papua New Guinea (GoPNG) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for their ongoing commitment in revitalizing the 21 national airports…
Papua New Guinea (PNG) can absorb the United States (U.S) imposed 10% Tariff on local exports without affecting the economy says Foreign Affairs Minister, Justin Tkatchenko. In an interview with PNG HAUSBUNG on Monday, Minister Tkatchenko said that when it comes to other countries like Fiji, they got over 30% Tariff and people are asking why Fiji was slapped with so much. It is because Fiji export more to the U.S.A especially their Fiji water and other commodities that they send over to the U.S market. “The U.S are saying that countries like Fiji need to have more tariff (30%)…