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Pom City Development, Waigani, Port Moresby (2026)

28/05/2026

The Chiefs have landed signing No. 3! Following the massive acquisitions of Jarome Luai and Alex Johnston, the NRL’s 19th franchise has signaled its serious intent by securing another powerhouse for their 2028 debut.
This third signing cements the "PNG Chiefs" as a legitimate destination for elite talent. With the government-backed bid gaining momentum, the roster is beginning to take a formidable shape. Fans across the nation are celebrating—the dream of a local team isn't just a fantasy anymore; it’s a rapidly growing reality.

13/05/2026

Papua New Guinea is planning to establish its diplomatic posts in the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Kingdom of Tonga, and the Republic of Vanuatu, as part of the country’s growing engagement with Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia, Prime Minister James Marape made the announcement today.

Speaking during a press conference today at APEC Haus in Port Moresby amidst the inaugural Melanesian Ocean Summit 2026, Prime Minister Marape said Papua New Guinea was stepping up its regional leadership role as one of the Pacific’s largest economies and landowners.

“We will make sure we remain as a bloc, as one family, one people of the South Seas going forward,” Prime Minister Marape stated in a statement.

The Prime Minister announced that PNG would establish an embassy in the Marshall Islands to strengthen ties with Micronesian nations, while a new mission in Nukuʻalofa, Tonga, would support PNG’s engagement with Polynesia. PNG will also open an embassy in Vanuatu to complete its diplomatic presence across all Melanesian countries.

“Marshall Islands will host our mission for Micronesia. Tonga will host our mission for Polynesia. Vanuatu completes our Melanesian presence,” the Prime Minister said.

Prime Minister Marape said the move reflected PNG’s commitment to deeper Pacific solidarity and shared economic growth, particularly through cooperation in fisheries, marine resource development, and ocean sustainability.

He said PNG was already working closely with smaller Pacific island nations to help develop sustainable fisheries industries and processing opportunities.

“We want to make sure our fish resources of the Pacific are properly harvested in a sustainable manner and value-added properly, with more return passed back to our Pacific Island fish owners, including ourselves and the nations of the Pacific,” Prime Minister Marape said.

12/05/2026

The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary [RPNGC] has received a significant support to its operational capabilities following the arrival of two Bell 412 helicopters in Lae today.

09/05/2026

Prime Minister James Marape has called for stronger partnerships with major Chinese energy companies as part of Papua New Guinea’s long term transition toward clean energy and electric transportation.
During the final day of his official visit to Shenzhen, Prime Minister Marape met with executives from Shenzhen Energy and BYD to discuss investment opportunities in renewable energy, battery technology, and electric vehicle manufacturing.
The PM said Papua New Guinea has the natural resources needed to become a major clean energy producer in the region.
“We offer clean energy opportunities that can help promote energy security for Papua New Guinea, China, and the wider world,” PM Marape said.
At Shenzhen Energy, the PM explored technologies used in renewable power generation and proposed future collaboration using PNG’s hydro, solar, and geothermal resources. He also floated the idea of developing battery storage systems capable of exporting clean energy solutions internationally.
During discussions with BYD, one of the world’s leading electric vehicle manufacturers, Marape proposed positioning Papua New Guinea as both an energy supplier and a potential manufacturing base for electric vehicles.

06/05/2026

The PNG Chiefs are thrilled to announce the signing of Alex Johnston, as player 002.

Alex is not just a record-breaking try-scorer; he is a proven finisher whose pace and football IQ will transform our backline. His arrival marks a significant milestone for our franchise as we continue to build a squad that honors the passion and resilience of Papua New Guinea’s rugby league heartland.

Johnston’s decision to bring his elite NRL experience to Port Moresby speaks volumes about our growing reputation on the international stage. We believe his professionalism and winning mentality will be invaluable to our younger players, helping to cultivate the next generation of PNG talent.

Wearing the Chiefs jersey, Alex will carry the weight of a proud, rugby league-obsessed nation on his shoulders. To our members and the entire PNG community: prepare for an exciting brand of football. Alex has joined the Chiefs to create history. Welcome to the Pride of the Pacific, Alex Johnston.

05/05/2026

Channel 9’s recent portrayal of Port Moresby as unsafe for PNG Chiefs NRL players is a glaring example of biased and irresponsible journalism. The network ignores a fundamental truth violent crime exists everywhere, including in their own backyard. Bondi Beach, an internationally celebrated Sydney icon, has witnessed repeated public gun shootings incidents that would cause global outcry if they occurred in Port Moresby. Yet, Channel 9 fails to label Bondi as “unsafe” or suggest that Sydney players should be relocated.

The contrast is damning. In Port Moresby, Ela Beach a popular public space does not see public gun shootings. Families gather, children play, and community life thrives without the firearm violence that has plagued parts of Sydney. Channel 9’s narrative selectively amplifies fear about PNG while conveniently downplaying or ignoring similar, if not worse, dangers in Australia.
This double standard is not just unfair, it is damaging. It undermines Papua New Guinea’s reputation, disrespects its people, and spreads unfounded fear among NRL players and fans. If Channel 9 is committed to truth, it must apply the same safety scrutiny to Sydney’s beaches as it does to Port Moresby’s. Until then, their reporting remains exposed as biased fearmongering, not factual journalism.

02/05/2026

Elon Musk announced via his official X profile that Starlink is now operational in Papua New Guinea, marking a significant connectivity milestone for the Pacific nation.
In a brief post, Musk confirmed the satellite internet service is “live,” aiming to bridge the digital divide across the country’s rugged terrain and remote islands, where traditional infrastructure has long been challenging to deploy.

The development offers potential benefits for healthcare, education, and disaster response in underserved regions. However, Starlink’s entry also raises questions for local telecom providers regarding market competition and regulatory alignment.
With this rollout, Papua New Guinea joins a growing list of nations leveraging low-Earth orbit technology to expand internet access. Musk’s confirmation underscores his continued push to connect unserved populations globally, though operational details and pricing for local users remain pending.

01/05/2026

Papua New Guinea eyes more value from minerals as Marape backs downstream push, despite Ramu mine concerns
Papua New Guinea is pushing to earn more from its mineral wealth by processing resources at home instead of exporting them in raw form.
Prime Minister James Marape has welcomed plans by China Minmetals Corporation, the parent company of Ramu Nickel operator Ramu NiCo Management Ltd, to expand downstream processing in Papua New Guinea.

The proposal is linked to the Ramu Nickel-Cobalt Project in Madang Province, one of the country’s largest mining operations and a key source of foreign investment and export revenue.

Marape’s support reflects the government’s broader push to build local industry, create jobs and capture more value from the resource sector before minerals leave the country.

But the project has also faced long-running controversy, including concerns from communities and activists over environmental impacts, waste disposal, landowner grievances and the distribution of benefits from the mine.
The debate over Ramu Nickel has often highlighted the gap between large-scale resource development and the experience of people living around the project area, with critics calling for stronger safeguards, accountability and community consultation.
Talks on the downstream expansion are still underway, and the real test will be whether the plans translate into genuine investment, local factories and long-term jobs for Papua New Guinea.

29/04/2026

Penrith Panthers star winger Brian To'o has addressed his future amid links to the PNG Chiefs.

Meanwhile, a teammate revealed he is "open-minded" to a potential move away from the Panthers.

29/04/2026

Government Advances Universal Connectivity with Licensing of Starlink Services in Papua New Guinea

The Minister for Information and Communications Technology today announced a major step forward in Papua New Guinea’s digital transformation
agenda, following the approval of operating and spectrum licences for Starlink Internet Services (PNG) Limited.

This decision, endorsed by the National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA), represents a deliberate public policy intervention aimed at expanding access to fast, reliable, and affordable internet services across the country—particularly in rural and underserved communities.

The Minister stated that improving nationwide connectivity remains a central pillar of the Government’s development strategy.

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