January 2024

Port Moresby, , January 24, 2024 – Prime Minister and Treasurer Hon. James Marape emphasised the importance of preventing the national fuel security issue involving Puma Energy from escalating into a national security concern. The Prime Minister expressed these sentiments during a crucial meeting held on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, with Bank South Pacific (BSP) […]

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – January 24, 2024- Prime Minister and Treasurer Hon. James Marape has provided reassurance to Bank South Pacific (BSP) regarding the scrutiny of taxes imposed on the bank by the government. During a meeting held on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, with BSP Chief Executive Officer Mark Robinson and Chief Financial

Port Moresby, January 23, 2024 – During a meeting held on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Prime Minister and Treasurer Hon. James Marape conveyed his strong desire for Bank South Pacific (BSP) to continue its vital support for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and home buyers through loan initiatives. Prime Minister Marape also expressed his appreciation

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, January 24, 2024 – Bank South Pacific Chief Executive Officer, Mark Robinson, expressed his enthusiasm for the economic potential of Papua New Guinea over the next decade. During a meeting held on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Robinson conveyed his confidence in the country’s trajectory to Prime Minister and Treasurer Hon.

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – January 24, 2024 – In a significant diplomatic engagement, Prime Minister and Treasurer Hon. James Marape underscored the pivotal role of Malaysia as a “very important” bilateral partner for Papua New Guinea (PNG). The statement was made during the welcoming address to the new Malaysian High Commissioner, H.E. Hamizan

Port Moresby, January 23, 2024 – In a crucial Budget Management Committee (BMC) meeting held in Port Moresby today, Prime Minister and Treasurer Hon. James Marape underscored the significance of collaboration among key Government departments and agencies. The focal departments and agencies involved in this collaborative effort include Treasury, Finance, National Planning, Prime Minister and

Port Moresby, January 23, 2024 – Prime Minister Hon. James Marape affirmed today that the Government remains committed to upholding the law with regard to constitutional offices reporting to the Prime Minister. In response to concerns raised by the Ombudsman Commission regarding the recently-established Ministry of Key Constitutional Offices, Prime Minister Marape announced significant updates.

Port Moresby, January 21, 2024 – Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today commended Health Minister Hon. Dr. Lino Tom for his unwavering commitment towards the realisation of the Papua New Guinea National Cancer Centre (PNGNCC). Prime Minister Marape expressed his appreciation, stating, “I commend Dr. Tom, who is one of our hard-working ministers, for diligently

Port Moresby, January 21, 2024 – Prime Minister and Treasurer Hon. James Marape has issued a directive to the Department of Labor and Employment, emphasising the urgent need to address the longstanding minimum wage issue. The directive comes in the wake of a meeting between Prime Minister Marape and Labor and Employment Minister, Hon. Kessy

Port Moresby, January 21, 2024 – Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today underscored the government’s commitment to delivering development for the people of Papua New Guinea, emphasising the responsibility of the six newly-appointed ministers and those reshuffled. The Prime Minister made the six new ministerial appointments and reshuffled Cabinet last Thursday. “My government is now