Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso says the new Rotomould factory in Lae will help Papua New Guinea grow by creating jobs and supplying clean water. At the opening ceremony on Saturday, Rosso said the factory will directly employ around 15 to 20 people, with more jobs created in transport, security, and other support services. “Every worker supports ten others. These businesses help families, pay taxes, and support schools and hospitals,” he said. Lae is now home to nearly half a million people. Rosso said the city’s rapid growth has stretched roads, water, and power services. He promised that road upgrades in the area are already planned. “This factory is just the start. The roads are next. That’s how we move forward,” he said. Rosso said he knows what it’s like to live without clean water and thanked Rotomould for helping families get affordable tanks. “I grew up using bore water. I want better for today’s families,” he said.