From across Papua New Guinea
Deputy Leader of Opposition, Keith Iduhu acknowledged Prime Minister James Marape’s decision to assume interim control of the Ministry of Defence following Dr. Billy Joseph’s announcement to “step aside.” However, the Opposition maintains that these half-measures do not address the fundamental constitutional and ethical breaches at the heart of the PNGDF recruitment scandal. The Prime […]
The Government’s K1 billion fuel subsidy aimed at easing the recent spike in fuel prices is expected to take effect by Wednesday, April 15. Prime Minister James Marape announced the relief package, saying the Government has set aside one billion kina to support fuel importers and prevent the full cost from being passed on to […]
Papua New Guinea woke up to the aftershock of the Middle East conflict as prices at several pumps increased rapidly. And for diesel alone, the fuel price at the pumps jumped nearly 80% and the direct impact is already passed to the general public who rely on the privately operated public transport system. Gerehu PMV […]
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has announced a sweeping cost-cutting package, including a 20 per cent pay cut for politicians and a total ban on overseas travel for government officials. The measures, described by the Prime Minister as an effort to lead by example, come as the Pacific nation grapples with tropical cyclone and fuel […]
Round five of the OFC Pro League is set to kick off this weekend in Fiji and PNG Hekari Football Club left home today to take part. After a challenging round four in Honiara last month, the Jerry Allen coached side still sit at the bottom of the standings with one win, two draws and […]
Minister for Defence Dr Billy Joseph has announced that he is officially stepping aside from his ministerial role as of this afternoon. He made this announcement following the recent allegations surrounding the PNGDF recruitment exercise. The Minister said his decision to step aside ensures transparency and continuity of Defence initiatives, including the recently signed Pukpuk […]
Police in Port Moresby have impounded 39 defective vehicles during an enforcement operation across the city. National Capital District Metropolitan Superintendent Warrick Simatab praised police officers and the Road Traffic Authority after the vehicles were taken to the Eight Mile impounding yard today. Met Supt Simatab said the vehicles were identified on city streets, with […]
The Chinese hospital ship Silk Road Ark will visit Port Moresby this week to provide free medical treatment to the public as part of a humanitarian mission across the Pacific. The vessel is expected to dock at T Wharf and offer medical services from April 9 to April 13, giving residents access to a range […]
The first-ever Construction and Contractors Conference is underway in Port Moresby, marking a major step toward strengthening Papua New Guinea’s infrastructure sector. Hosted by the Department of Works and Highways, the two-day conference brings together government officials, development partners and private contractors to align on the future of the Connect PNG programme. With the theme […]
In New Ireland Province, Public Motor Vehicle [PMV] Bus and Taxi operators in Kavieng town have raised concerns over the sharp increase in fuel prices. The operators said the rise in fuel price from K4:39 to K8 per litre has placed significant financial pressure on their daily operations, and are calling for an increase in […]