The Minister for International Trade and Investment, Richard Maru expressed great satisfaction with the outcome of his bilateral meeting with the Minister for Foreign Trade of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi. The bilateral meeting was held on the margins of the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Congress, which is being hosted in Abu Dhabi, UAE from May 7th to 9th, 2024. Minister Maru said his discussion with his counterpart Trade Minister of the UAE for deeper trade and economic relations between the two countries was a good outcome for the country ..read more

Pictured: Youths doing practical butchery demonstration supervised by Garry Bitzs at the Madang Butchery (Supplied Image) By Mortimer Yangharry Nineteen (19) youths from the recently created Wau-Waria District of Morobe Province passed out from the Madang Butchery with the necessary skills and expertise to perform the tasks of a butcher. Pioneer Wau-Waria Open MP Marsh Narewec sincerely acknowledged the successful completion undertaken by these youths. He highlighted that the Wau-Waria District Development Authority (WWDDA) will organize their formal graduation event in Wau where WWDDA will bu ..read more

Pictured: North Fly MP James Donald (Supplied Image) By Mortimer Yangharry North Fly Open MP James Donald (pictured) assured tertiary students from the district attending various tertiary institutions throughout the country that their tuition fees will be subsidized accordingly but is taking a bit longer than expected due to pending technical issues with the processing of the payments. The Shadow Minister for Mining, Environment, Conservation and Climate Change however assured the students that the courses/ tuition fees will be paid to all concerned institutions no later than the end of this m ..read more

By Bradley Mariori Salamaua Provincial High School, has opened two new boys dormitories recently, built with funding from the Morobe Provincial Administration. The two new dormitories were built after media reports came out highlighting the bad state of the facilities in the school which prompted the Ombudsman Commission to intervene and have the Provincial administration built. The opening of the dormitories also coincided with the launching of the school’s generator and boat and the ground breaking of the inception of Salamaua Secondary School which will start taking in the first grade 11s n ..read more

In a move that cements their unwavering commitment to community development and fostering a vibrant sporting culture, Theodist Limited, leading Papua New Guinean company with a proud 50-year history, is thrilled to announce its first-ever Rugby Union team sponsorship – The Theodist MBB Marlins. The partnership was officially launched at the Theodist Port Moresby showroom where Premier players from the Marlins team joined Theodist management, staff, and media representatives for this exciting announcement. “This partnership perfectly reflects Theodist’s core values of empowering individuals and ..read more

BSP’s Group General Manager for Corporate Banking, Peter Beswick. PICTURE SUPPLIED Investor confidence is affected by law and order, Foreign Exchange shortages and heightened inflation, according to BSP’s Quarter 1 2024 Pacific Economic & Market Insights report. BSP’s Group General Manager for Corporate Banking, Peter Beswick, says that investor sentiment is beginning to be impacted by law and order and inflation concerns, despite the positive resumption of Porgera’s operations. “Adding to these concerns is the rising cost and irregularity of utilities which are essential for business oper ..read more

Pictured is Damaris Lee with participants of educational workshops that is facilitated by her. PICTURE SUPPLIED By: Wasita Royale 27 year old Damaris Lee is not just another entrepreneur but she is a visionary leader, a community builder, and a driving force behind positive change in her village.As a founding member of the ENB Artisan Market and the founder of the “BITAVAVAR Youth Development and Village Resource Centre,” Lee is dedicated to empowering rural youth and creating a brighter future for Papua New Guinea. Lee’s journey began with the ENB Artisan Market, a platform that showcases the ..read more

PUMA Energy have reintroduced fuel rationing of JETA1 as of 18:32 pm yesterday. This was advised by PNG Air. PNG Air currently has a court injunction binding PUMA to provide 100% of its fuel needs across its network until the 15th of May 2024, and is engaging with PUMA Energy to secure assurances that the Court Order will be honored. According to PNG Air, since the last Fuel Crisis dialogue between PNG Air and PUMA Energy has not matured in a sustainable fuel supply arrangement, stating that PUMA is seeking to pass risk associated with currency fluctuations and foreign exchange access to PNG A ..read more

Pictured: Acting CEO for Western PHA, Dr. Boga signing the MOU at Daru hospital last Wednesday. By Jim John Daru hospital in South Fly District of Western Province will now be accessing solar power connected from the PNG Sustainable Development Program (PNGSDP) solar farm in Daru. This will allow continuity of electricity to the hospital facilities without power outages. Power outage and frequent interruptions have been a chronic issue on Daru Island having significant impact on the delivery of continuous health services at Daru hospital. Western Governor Taboi Awi Yoto thanked PNGSDP and its ..read more

By Mortimer Yangharry Prime Minister James Marape will be in Kerema Town tomorrow for the official launching of the Kerema District SME Policy that will coincide with the opening of the Women’s Micro Bank Kerema Branch. Kerema Open MP and Vice Minister for Energy Thomas Opa confirmed this important visit that will accelerate the economic growth of the district in Gulf Province. “These historic events marks a significant milestone for the people of Kerema and Gulf Province,” Opa said. The first term MP mentioned that at the district level, the Kerema District Development Authority (KDDA) has em ..read more