The National Government imposed cut to the 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on thirteen (13) essential household goods and items is now in effect as of Sunday 1^st June 2025, something which Trukai Industries Limited commends. Trukai Industries Limited, Papua New Guinea's leading rice manufacturer, producing iconic brands such as Trukai, Roots Rice and Wantok Rice has welcomed the recent decision by the Government to implement a zero-rating for GST on essential goods, rice being one of those essential goods. Trukai Industries acknowledges the Government's intention to provide direct relief to consumers during these challenging economic times, and the company valuing its consumers deeply, welcomes this significant initiative by the Government, recognizing its potential to alleviate financial pressures on households across the nation. Mr. Andrew Grace, Head of Trukai Industries, expressed his strong support for this measure, stating, “We are right behind the PNG Government on this. We know times are tough for families across PNG right now, and removing the tax on essential items is a great way to help everyone stretch their budgets a little further." Trukai Industries remains dedicated to providing high-quality, nutritious rice products to all Papua New Guineans at affordable prices. Meanwhile, the 13 essential household items that have had the 10% GST slashed are:

1. Rice,
2. Chicken,
3. Tinned meat,
4. Tinned Fish,
5. Tea,
6. Coffee,
7. Biscuits,
8. Noodles,
9. Flour,
10. Cooking oil,
11. Women’s sanitary products,
12. Soap, and
13. Baby diapers

The GST exemption will run for one year, from June 1^{st, 2025,} to 30^th June 2026.