Marape tells Japanese Investors: PNG a trusted and robust destination for business

Prime Minister James Marape has reassured Japanese investors that Papua New Guinea [PNG] remains a stable, resource-rich, and reliable destination for long-term business investments.

Speaking at the PNG Mining Seminar in Tokyo, Prime Minister Marape highlighted PNG’s strong track record in mineral exports, especially through the OK Tedi Mine, and reaffirmed the country's commitment to building enduring partnerships with international investors.

"The country has never failed to satisfy the contracted plans. We have to supply our products, and that same guarantee extends into the future as we consolidate a democracy, free-market economy through key characteristics of the business environment in PNG."

The theme of the PNG Mining Seminar is “Investing in Impact: Building Sustainable and Inclusive Future for PNG Mining.”

Prime Minister Marape informed those present of PNG's continued support to its investors in a consistent supply of minerals through the OK Tedi Mine.

"We have never failed, as far as our country’s record is concerned, in our consistent supply of minerals in partnership with OK Tedi Mine for over 40 years. Thus, this is the same reputation and credibility that we will give to all of you going forward into the future.

"We would like to continue in partnership at a higher level or at an investor level or at a subsidiary business level, including financing of our projects that are coming onboard.

"PNG remains a very strong, robust place of business, and I would like to thank all of you who have been with us in the last 40 years," the Prime Minister said.