Port Moresby, 24 April 2026 — Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has welcomed today’s National Court decision dismissing the case relating to Starlink and setting aside the earlier directive that had halted the licensing process, describing the ruling as an important step forward for communications access and digital progress in Papua New Guinea. Prime Minister […]
Tari, Hela Province, 24 April 2026 — Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today officially opened the new BSP Financial Group branch in Tari as he marked his 55th birthday, describing the occasion as a milestone for Hela Province and a strong sign of confidence in rural Papua New Guinea. Addressing national leaders, provincial representatives, community
Port Moresby, 15 April 2026 – Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has announced an intensified national response following updated reports on the impact of Cyclone Maila across several parts of Papua New Guinea, with immediate relief funding released and high-level visits planned to affected regions. Speaking at a press conference at Melanesian Haus, Waigani, the
PORT MORESBY, 15 April 2026 — Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has announced the immediate release of K100 million to stabilise fuel prices across Papua New Guinea, as the Government moves decisively to cushion the impact of rising global oil prices on households and businesses. The Prime Minister confirmed that the initial K100 million has
PORT MORESBY, 15 April 2026 — Prime Minister and Defence Minister Hon. James Marape has announced a comprehensive independent investigation and sweeping reforms to the Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) recruitment process following recent unrest at Murray Barracks. The Prime Minister said the National Security Council (NSC), acting on advice from the National Security
PORT MORESBY, 14 April 2026 — Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has called for greater global peace, unity, and cooperation, describing the visit of China’s Silk Road Ark hospital ship as a powerful demonstration of humanity in action. Speaking at an official deck reception aboard the vessel at Fairfax Harbour, Port Moresby, on Monday (13
