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Anthony Albanese has become the first Australian prime minister to get married while in office. He and Jodie Haydon tied...
29/11/2025

Anthony Albanese has become the first Australian prime minister to get married while in office. He and Jodie Haydon tied the knot during a ceremony at The Lodge in Canberra.

Papua New Guinea's new Ambassador to the United States of America, His Excellency, Sir Arnold Amet had an opportunity to...
28/11/2025

Papua New Guinea's new Ambassador to the United States of America, His Excellency, Sir Arnold Amet had an opportunity to meet President Donald Trump, after presentation of his credentials in the Oval Office at the White House, Washington DC, in September 2025.

The meeting formalized Sir Amet's diplomatic duty in the United States.

Sir Amet was appointed by the Government of Papua New Guinea early this year to serve in the United States, representing and progressing cooperations and bilateral relations of the two countries.

According to PNG Foreign Minister Hon. Justin Tkatchenko, this appointment is crucial for PNG as the position has been vacant for a long time.
The appointment ensures progress on outstanding matters of mutual interest, such as the US-PNG Defence Cooperation Agreement singed in 2023, which needs full implemented in key areas.

After 40 years, Papua New Guinea has finally revised its Foreign Policy White Paper which was presented and unanimously...
27/11/2025

After 40 years, Papua New Guinea has finally revised its Foreign Policy White Paper which was presented and unanimously ratified by Parliament on 26th November 2025.

This new White Paper is themed 'Strategic Partnerships for Security and Economic Prosperity’, and comes after 40 years since the last White Paper in 1981 under the theme 'Active and Selective Engagement.'

Prime Minister Hon. James Marape welcomed the revised policy framework, saying this paper pronounces the country’s changing foreign policy direction in an increasingly complex and dynamic international landscape, and arrives at the right time after 50 years of Independence to chart the course for PNG’s international relations in its next 50-year chapter.

“The 2025 Foreign Policy White Paper reinforces Papua New Guinea’s founda-tional foreign policy doctrine of ‘Friends to All; Enemies to None’. It is updated, modern and spells out the direction we must take as we enter into the next 50 years,” he said.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Justin Tkatchenko, who presented the document to Parliament, said he was proud to announce the successful completion of the paper and asked for Parliament’s support in endorsement.

Under the theme ‘Strategic Partnerships for Security and Economic Prosperity', the policy aligns PNG's international engagement with its domestic goals, as-serting a confident, principled and pragmatic role for our country on global stage.
"At its heart, this Foreign Policy aims to promote national security, economic prosperity, social well-being and a sense of national unity through dynamic partnerships and purposeful diplomacy,” Minister Tkatchenko said.

"The policy reaffirms PNG's identity as a responsible global citizen and regional leader in the Pacific."
"PNG's Foreign Policy is grounded in a foundation of core values and principles, constitutional democracy, and human rights, and sovereignty reciprocity, peaceful co-existence constructive internationalism."

There are eight pillars that enables its effectiveness as a foreign policy. They include:

1. Bilateral Relationships;
2. Effective Multilateralism;
3. Robust Institutions that protect PNG’s sovereignty and security;
4. Economic and Commercial diplomacy;
5. Development Cooperation;
6. National Branding and Soft Power; and
7. Departmental and Diplomatic Reform and Leadership and Coordination.

The Government of Papua New Guinea has announced a K30.9 billion budget for its key public expenditure for the 2026 fisc...
25/11/2025

The Government of Papua New Guinea has announced a K30.9 billion budget for its key public expenditure for the 2026 fiscal year, with revenue projection of K29.3 billion.

PNG Minister for Treasury Ian Ling-Stuckey tabled the national budget today in Parliament, describing the event as historic. The budget is set to focus on security and growth.

Anslom Nakikus, the world-renowned reggae artist from Papua New Guinea is set to perform in Taitung,Taiwan, during the c...
24/11/2025

Anslom Nakikus, the world-renowned reggae artist from Papua New Guinea is set to perform in Taitung,Taiwan, during the country's 8th PASWALI Festival from 13-14 December, 2025.

Taipei Office in Papua New Guinea reported that the organizers of the event have reached out to Anslom and invited him after discovering his music online.

"This year's festival celebrates indigenous culture, a theme that strongly resonates with Anslom’s musical identity".

Anslom conveyed his gratitude to the festival’s organizing committee and to the Taipei Economic Office PNG for facilitating his visit.

This engagement presents opportunity for Ansom to showcase and promote Papua New Guinea’s culture in Taiwan through music.

VANUATU MEN ARE THE CHAMPIONS OF THE MEN'S MSG PRIME MINISTER’S CUP 2025, AFTER DEFEATING PNG 7-6, IN PORT MORESBY.🇻🇺🇵🇬💥
23/11/2025

VANUATU MEN ARE THE CHAMPIONS OF THE MEN'S MSG PRIME MINISTER’S CUP 2025, AFTER DEFEATING PNG 7-6, IN PORT MORESBY.🇻🇺🇵🇬💥

PNG WOMEN CLAIMED THE INAUGURAL WOMEN’S MSG PRIME MINISTER’S CUP 2025 TITLE, AFTER DEFEATING FIJI 3-0, IN PORT MORESBY T...
23/11/2025

PNG WOMEN CLAIMED THE INAUGURAL WOMEN’S MSG PRIME MINISTER’S CUP 2025 TITLE, AFTER DEFEATING FIJI 3-0, IN PORT MORESBY TODAY.🇵🇬🇫🇯💥

The Government of Papua New Guinea has signed a partnership with Women's Micro Bank Limited (Mama Bank) to assist women ...
23/11/2025

The Government of Papua New Guinea has signed a partnership with Women's Micro Bank Limited (Mama Bank) to assist women in small businesses.

Under this arrangement, K30 million will be made available by government for women in SME to access start up capital through WMBL credit facility scheme that offered loan at affordable interest rates.

Women with SME will have access to a minimum of K300 to K5000 loan at lowest interest rates.

This initiative marks a powerful step forward for women, families, and small businesses across PNG, especially unlocking opportunities for those in rural and underserved communities through accessible, flexible, and affordable financial services.

— SUNDAY!Men’s Grand Final: PNG vs Vanuatu – 7pmWomen’s Grand Final: PNG vs Fiji – 4pm
22/11/2025

— SUNDAY!

Men’s Grand Final: PNG vs Vanuatu – 7pm
Women’s Grand Final: PNG vs Fiji – 4pm

The Government of Fiji has endorsed a series of updated Land Transport regulations aimed at improving safety, strengthen...
22/11/2025

The Government of Fiji has endorsed a series of updated Land Transport regulations aimed at improving safety, strengthening compliance, and modernising Fiji’s transport system.

The endorsed amendments include:

• Land Transport (Public Service Vehicles) (Amendment) Regulations 2025
• Land Transport (Fees and Penalties) (Amendment) Regulations 2025
• Land Transport (Traffic Infringement Notice) (Amendment) Regulations 2025
• Land Transport (Vehicles Registration and Construction) (Amendment) Regulations 2025
• Land Transport (Driver) (Amendment) Regulations 2025

Key changes introduced under these regulations:
✅ Re-introduction of temporary permits
✅ Removal of permit transfers through sale and purchase agreements
✅ Increase in penalties for non-compliance
✅ New penalty for failure to stop and weigh
✅ Introduction of a payment plan policy
✅ Introduction of a two-stage provisional licensing system

These updated regulations will come into effect on a date to be announced by the Minister responsible for transport.

PNGDF APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR RECRUITMENT. https://www.laborsolutions.net/ Click the link to apply. The portal will be ope...
21/11/2025

PNGDF APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR RECRUITMENT.

https://www.laborsolutions.net/

Click the link to apply. The portal will be open for the next two weeks for interested applicants.

The Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA) has recently launched the National Tourism Policy 2025-2045 to...
19/11/2025

The Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA) has recently launched the National Tourism Policy 2025-2045 to boost the country's tourism sector.

According to the PNGTPA, the policy will provide a 20-year roadmap designed to strengthen partnerships, inspire inclusive growth, and showcase PNG as a premier destination in the Pacific.

The NTP 2025-2045 serves as a guide for whole-of-government efforts to achieve multistakeholder shared tourism vision.

This priority will be implemented through the Tourism Sector Development Plans (TSDP).

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