Government keeping fuel prices low despite shortages

Tuesday, 19 May 2026, 10:45 am

(NBC News)

Prime Minister James Marape says, although there may be a fuel shortage experienced in the country; the government is making it possible for users to pay at a lower cost.

He stressed that while most countries face high cost overheads as a result of tensions in the Middle East the relief assistance to fuel suppliers is vital.

The Prime Minister explained and backed his government's efforts.