Rural Media

03/01/2025

For the record.
First coffee. First taste
Clive Kasua. Gifted Hands.

03/01/2025

PNG Governments and it's people must build lasting technology infrastructure of various technology platforms to run.

IoT, IAAS. SAAS and etc requires a robust infrastructure.

03/02/2024

25 Years of Dedication and Leadership in the Papua New Guinea Defence Force

‘There is almost no limit to the potential of an organization that recruits good people, raises them up as leaders and continually develops them.’ John.C.Maxwell

Hailing from the picturesque village of Tipuka, Hagen Central, Western Highlands Province a seasoned infanteer, Major John Jacob, has dedicated 25 years of his life in service to the Papua New Guinea Defence Force. From his early days as a platoon commander to his current role as Task Force Commander for Operation Resolve 2024, Major Jacob's journey has been marked by steadfast dedication and a commitment to maintaining peace and order.

On January 10, 2024, Major John Jacob found himself at the helm of Operation Resolve 2024 Task Force, a critical mission to stand against anarchy and chaos. As the Second in Command (2IC), he brought with him a wealth of experience gained from various positions held in numerous operations throughout his distinguished career.

Major Jacob's experience in operations began in 2003 with the re-election in the Southern Highlands Province, and since then, he has been an integral part of multiple significant operations. His service included three rotations in the Kiunga Forward Operating Base between 2006 and 2011, followed by roles in Rescue Operations Laladabuhaha in 2015 and a rotation in the Forward Operating Base Vanimo the same year.

The year 2017 saw Major Jacob contributing to the National Elections in Enga, undertaking roles ranging from Officer Commanding to Liaison officer. In 2020, during the global pandemic, he served as the Plans Officer for the Operations COVID-19 Task Force Headquarters. His commitment continued as he played a crucial role in the National Elections in Morobe Province, acting as the Operations Officer for Task Force 2.

In 2024, Major Jacob demonstrated his leadership skills once again, initially serving as the 2IC for Operation Resolve 2024 Task Force and later taking on the role of Task Force Commander. His ability to adapt and lead in diverse situations reflects his all-rounded expertise as an infantry officer.

Major John Jacob is not just a seasoned officer; he is a mentor and leader who has shaped the careers of numerous officers and ranks within the Papua New Guinea Defence Force. His leadership style, developed over the course of 25 years, has created a legacy of pride and dedication among those who serve alongside him.

For those ready to learn, Major Jacob is a constant source of inspiration, and there is never a shortage of teachable moments. As he continues to lead with distinction, Major John Jacob stands as a symbol of service, dedication, and experience within the Papua New Guinea Defence Force.

Source;
Papau New Guinea Defence Force Internal FB page

16/12/2023

Education Institute workers, Healthcare workers and security Personals are the back bone of this country. Why stealing from the rural workers who are committed.

16/12/2023

19/10/2023

A difference between two types of thief.

Rural Media

18/10/2023

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17/10/2023

Today was fulfilling for PNG. We were accorded the highest honor of a successful bi lateral meeting with HE President Xi Jiping where promotion of greater trade and commerce would take place between PNG and China took center stage with President Xi announcing his Government’s support for our downstream focus.

In the last four years, China-PNG trade volume of over K13billion is in PNG’s favor as we export more to China than we buy from them.

PM Marape informed China that we have more food, energy, carbon credit and tourism to sell to China apart from minerals and following the success of the inaugural Hong Kong Investors Conference, we sought those big manufacturers and companies to come to PNG.

To complement this drive, PNG is processing China Development Bank to open in PNG and PNG has become member of Asia Infrastructure Investment Bank.

This follows PM Marape’s red carpet welcome into Beijing and a successful bilateral meeting with Premier Li Qiang where 10 MOUs letters for various corporations were signed with relevant departments including student scholarships, K50m grant, approval of bio-security clearance for coffee and cocoa export, partnership with AIIB for infrastructure and business financing were amongst those signed.

“I want to assure PNG, we want to grow our economy. That has been our Government’s number one focus since 2019, and today, Marape-Rosso Government is bringing the economy to a K120 billion economy and to continue on growing, market of our products must be secured. It is this interest that we are here coinciding our invitation to Road and Belt meeting with two important Bilateral with both the President and Premier of the People’s Republic of China.” PMJM says, something no other PM of PNG has done in the past.

17/10/2023

‎ James Nomane, who comes through an heritage of Modern Political Family and tradition Leadership heritage is young and vibrant first time ...

17/10/2023

Culture. PNG.

17/10/2023

FIJI Batis arrived in POM for their clash against PNG Kumuls.

15/10/2023

PM MARAPE WELCOMES NEW AMBASSADOR OF FINLAND; INVITES FINNISH BUSINESSES TO CAPITALISE ON PNG LINKS TO THE FLOURISHING MARKETS OF ASIA

For Immediate Release: Friday, 13 October 2023

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea: Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has this morning welcomed to the country H.E Satu Mattila-Budich, the Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Finland to Papua New Guinea.

Her Excellency, Mrs Mattila-Budich was introduced to the Prime Minister at his Sir Manasupe House Office, as PM Marape took the opportunity to invite Finnish investments into the country and highlight PNG’s proximity to the huge, flourishing markets of Asia.

Prime Minister Marape pointed out to the Ambassador-designate investment opportunities in the resource sectors of Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry, Green Energy, Information Technology, Telecommunications and Manufacturing.

He said: “I welcome and congratulate you as you take up your appointment as the Ambassador of the Republic of Finland to PNG. We look forward to working closely with you during your tour of duty.

“Papua New Guinea is a leader among the small island nations of the Pacific. We have a robust democracy and a strong cultural affinity to Asia.

“Over the years, we have developed strong relations with nearly all countries of Asia – Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, India, South Korea, and China.

“Our Foreign policy is defined by our philosophy to be a ‘Friend to All and Enemy to None’ because we ourselves are a nation of huge diversities. So we tolerate diversity.

“In the area of Agriculture, we have a great deal of arable land with produce that are still very much organic.

“I invite businesses and companies from your country to ours, whether your businesses want to partner with our State-owned companies, with other businesses in our private sector, or set up on their own; the opportunities are here.

“There is now a direct trade route from Papua New Guinea to Asia and I invite Finland to capitalize on this opportunity.

“China, for example, has a huge market on its own with nearly 1.5 billion people; India with over 1.4 billion; and Indonesia with over 273 million; while the total Asian market is nearly 5 billion people.”

Papua New Guinea and Finland formally established diplomatic ties on 25 August 1977 at a non-resident ambassadorial level.

Although trade and economic activities have been small between the two countries with volume of trade in Finland’s favour since 2015, PM Marape is keen on increasing this with the new post being taken up by Mrs Mattila-Budich.

In regional matters, Finland has been supportive of Climate Change efforts in the South Pacific with the establishment of the Finnish-Pacific Project through the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SHREP).
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