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PM Marape hails U.S. on 249th Independence Day, reflects on shared democratic and christian Values
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has extended his congratulations to the United States on the occasion of its 249th Independence Day, praising the country’s commitment to liberty, democracy, and faith.
Air Niugini airlifts live fish overseas
National Flag Carrier Air Niugini for the first time airlifted live fish out of Port Moresby, on a direct flight to Hong Kong recently.
Joint media campaign launched to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus
Maternal and neonatal tetanus [MNT] remains a significant public health issue in Papua New Guinea [PNG], as it is one of the last ten countries in the world yet to eliminate the disease.
Independence of ICAC is Crucial for its Mandate & Public Trust
Transparency International PNG [TIPNG] has revealed that preserving the independence of the Independent Commission Against Corruption [ICAC] from political influence will be crucial to restoring public confidence and ensuring it can deliver its mandate.
16 WSP students de-registered from DWU
Sixteen students from West Sepik Province studying at Divine Word University in Madang have been de-registered due to non-payment of fees under the Government’s Higher Education Loan Program [HELP] and the Tertiary Education Study Assistance Scheme (TESAS) by the National Government."
Minister Goi declare stern warning on aviation security offenders
Civil Aviation Minister Wake Goi has issued a stern warning to all employees of the aviation industry following trending reports of illicit materials and weapons being smuggled through airports in the country.
Captain Padio fit to lead PNG’s title defence in OFC Nations Cup tournament
Papua New Guinea Women’s National Football Team captain Ramona Padio will lead her side in the OFC Nations Cup, having made a full recovery from an ankle injury that sidelined her for nearly a month.
Over 800 students at Divine Word University to face de-registration for second semester
The Divine Word University pinned a list of 848 students who will be de-registered for semester 2 of the 2025 academic year.
Madang AROs threaten to walk off
The 21 Assistant Returning Officers for the 21 Local Level Governments in Madang Province are threatening to walk off their election duties this Friday, as a sign of protest over the reduction in the number of polling teams per LLG.
Bougainville sovereign powers
The recently signed Melanesian Relationship Agreement with the National Government will allow Bougainville to exercise some sovereign powers, while full adoption of these powers, which defines only a sovereign territory, can be assumed on independence.