The general public is hereby warned that the spread of fake news on social media has reached a level never seen before in PNG. PNG Department of Information and Communications Technology understands the negative impacts of fake news and is closely monitoring through its Social Media Management Desk (SMMD) activities of certain individuals and groups with malicious intent that are going around doing character assassination of leaders using social media platforms during this election period. Character Assassination is a deliberate attempt to destroy someone’s reputation, especially by criticizing them in an unfair and dishonest way when they are not present.…
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Nambawan Super’s Annual Employer Conference 2022 attracted nearly 400 Employer representatives from across the country marking the first time Nambawan Super had hosted a significant face-to-face event, since the pandemic was declared in 2020. Nambawan Super’s Chairman Reg Monagi, remarked that the conference this year successfully connected Employers with the Fund, enabling them to understand and provide feedback on the Fund’s new initiatives, upcoming challenges and opportunities available for both Employers and Members. “Since the onset of the Coronavirus Pandemic, we have had limited face-to-face interactions. But as a Fund, we recognise how valuable these are, and are thankful that…
The 20-year-old Queensland Origin winger, who was already signed with the Broncos for 2023, has locked in for a further two years on top of that with his new extension. Cobbo’s huge show of faith in the Broncos came on the same day the club’s Premier Partner Firstmac announced a massive five-year extension of its partnership until 2027. Cobbo has been one of the standouts for the Broncos this season crossing for 11 tries in 13 matches, as well as making 58 tackle breaks, nine line breaks and averaging 125 running metres per game. The Cherbourg product’s red-hot form saw…
Secretary for the Department of Prime Minister and National Executive Council Ivan Pomaleu has congratulated Papua New Guinea Weightlifter Dika Toua on behalf of Prime Minister James Marape on being inducted into the International Weightlifting Federation Hall of Fame. Secretary Pomaleu congratulated Toua at a Reception held by the PNG Olympic Committee to welcome back the PNG team from the Mini South Pacific Games held in Saipan, the Northern Marianas and to farewell the Team for the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, England. Mr. Pomaleu told Toua that the Prime Minister would have wanted to congratulate her himself but due to…
Australia has supported all of PNG’s national elections as we share a strong commitment to democracy. At the invitation of the PNG Government and the PNG Electoral Commission (PNGEC), Australia will observe the 2022 PNG National Election as part of a wider international election observation effort. International election observers have an important role in elections across the world as their observations improve the transparency and credibility of the electoral process. The role of international election observers is to provide a comprehensive, independent and impartial assessment of all aspects of the electoral process. PNG Electoral Commissioner Simon Sinai has accredited the…
Trukai Industries Limited is proud to support Dika Toua and Morea Baru in their recent successful campaign at the 2022 Pacific Mini Games in the Northern Marianas Islands. Both Trukai Brand Ambassadors performed exceptionally well with Dika taking home 3 gold medals in the 49kg division and Morea bagging another 3 in the 61kg division. Dika was also bestowed the honor of being inducted into the International Weightlifting Federation Hall of Fame, an achievement that both Trukai and the PNG Weightlifting Federation proudly celebrates. Trukai Industries’ Marketing Manager, Maryanne Tom says that the company stands by the great talent that…
The SP PNG Hunters are extremely pleased to announce a partnership with iconic Cat dealer Hastings Deering, effective immediately. The partnership will see Hastings Deering support the club while competing in the QRL Hostplus Cup and additionally provide Hunters players opportunities for education and training in preparation for life after football. With more than 70 years of operation in PNG and as the nation’s Cat® distributor and service partner, Hastings Deering, like rugby league, holds a strong place in the community. “For many people in the country, rugby league is what unites everyone as Papua New Guineans, and as people,”…
The Constitutional and Law Reform Commission (CLRC) has produced a draft report on the review into the laws on income tax with specific emphasis on personal income tax. The report with its findings and recommendations was accepted by relevant stakeholders from the public and private sector at a seminar on Friday 24th June 2022 in Port Moresby. “The aim is to adapt the best tax regime for the good of our people,” CLRC Secretary Dr. Mange Matui said. The seminar provided an opportunity for the key stakeholders as concerned implementing agencies who would be affected by the recommendations, to provide…
The 2022 Pacific Update conference, co-hosted by the Development Policy Centre and The University of the South Pacific’s School of Accounting, Finance and Economics kickstarted this morning at the Laucala Campus in Suva. The Pacific Update is the premier forum for discussion of economic, social, political, and environmental issues in the region. Delivering the welcome remarks, USP Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Pal Ahluwalia said the gathering reflected the commitment to continue deliberations, development, and research on public policy as the Pacific region adjusted its sails to navigate forward these important discussions. “These are important contributions towards USP’s commitment to shaping…
The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Papua New Guinea Department of National Planning and Monitoring signed an Implementation Letter of USD $2.5 million for Strengthening Women’s Equality and Empowerment in Forestry in Papua New Guinea. The funding underscores the American people’s continued commitment to advance a free and open Indo-Pacific through our strengthened U.S.-Pacific partnerships for sustainable, prosperous, inclusive, secure, and democratically empowered societies. The Department of National Planning and Monitoring Secretary Koney Samuel countersigned the implementation letter on behalf of the Government of Papua New Guinea. The activity will enable women entrepreneurs…