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Landowners oppose OTML acquisition of Misima mine

The business decision by the board and management of Ok Tedi Mining Limited [OTML] to enter into a ‘binding agreement’ with Kingston Resources Limited to acquire the mining license of the shutdown Misima Mine has not gone down well with the traditional landowners in Mine Bay Province.         

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Papua New Guinea’s NEFC joins global group of fiscal commissions

The National Economic and Fiscal Commission [NEFC] of Papua New Guinea is set to join an international group of fiscal commissions, marking a significant milestone in the country’s engagement with global governance and economic reform initiatives.

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Kairuku coast venture into cattle project

In a significant move towards sustainable development and economic development, the communities of Kaiau and Vanuamai in Nara consituancy in Kairuku, Central, have embarked on the Kairuku Coast Cattle Project.

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PNG to receive high profile delegation from UN member countries on 50th Anniversary

Apart from Indonesian President, Prabowo Subianto's confirmation to attend the country's 50th Independence Anniversary, there will be several other important delegations from the United Nations General Assembly member countries also expected to attend.

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Aseneth Waide publishes her first book, ‘Random Thoughts’

Aseneth Waide [26] from a mix parentage of Oro and East Sepik province published her first book titled 'Random Thoughts'.

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PPC Central dismisses rumors of ethnic clashes along the Hiritano Highway

The Central Provincial Police Commander, has dismissed rumors of ethnic clashes along Hiritano Highway.

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Tri-Sports legend to officiate at 33rd sports award

Former netball, basketball, and softball legend Veitu Diro has been announced as the guest speaker for the 33rd SP Sports Awards, set to take place on June 14, 2025, at the Crown Hotel

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Chicken supply to increase by June

The short supply of chickens in the country is expected to improve by June 2025.

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Police monitoring Waigani killings

Police in the National Capital District and Central provinces are hard at work to ensure that the murder and arson incident at Waigani in the early hours of Monday morning does not escalate to other parts of the city and Central province.

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Japanese mining company interested to invest in PNG

The General Manager of the Overseas Mineral Resources Business Department of Nittetsu Mining Co. Limited, Shinichiro Mita, met with the Minister for International Trade and Investment, Richard Maru, in Tokyo this morning to express interest in investing in Papua New Guinea, especially in the mid-size copper and limestone operation.

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