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Dr Poya Gow in Boston. A PAPAUA New Guinean Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Wentworth Institute of Technology in the United States, Dr Yalinu Poya Gow has expressed delight over being recognised for the second time to present her work at the Museum of Science in Boston. Dr Yalinu, a Member of Global Young Academy 2024-2029 and Member of Scientific Advisory Board AEHS Foundation (East Coast USA), said she was honoured to be invited by the Museum of Science, Boston, to pre

Australian Defence Force (ADF) Captain Jeffery Sios works with ADF soldiers and members of the East New Britain Provincial Administration of the National Disaster Centre during preparations for Operation Render Safe in Kokopo, Papua New Guinea. ADF Captain Jeffrey Sios in East New Britain, Papua New Guinea during Operation Render Safe 2026. MILITARY personnel from Papua New Guinea, Australia and partner nations are currently in East New Britain as part of Operation Render Saf

THE U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby is pleased to announce that Beverly Hunney has successfully completed her Fulbright Foreign Student Program and returned to Papua New Guinea after earning a Masters of Public Health from the University of South Florida. Ms Hunney's achievement represents the strong people-to-people ties between the United States and Papua New Guinea, which continue to deepen through educational and professional exchange programmes. Her advanced training in pub

Australian High Commission Counsellor, Mr Craig Gillies and Western Highlands Provincial Administrator, Mr Joseph Mangbil at the official opening of the Pit Market. Fresh produce on display at the newly opened Baisu Gate Market. The new facilities, delivered through the PNG-Australia Partnership, provide improved spaces for vendors and customers, strengthening local trade and livelihoods. COMMUNITIES in Minimb and Baisu Gate in Western Highlands on June 8 celebrated the openi

NVS Volunteer Management Division (VMD) director Kelly Aisi, Public Relations and Marketing director Julie Raka with NVS staff and Central Province administration officers during the Site Assessment to Kupiano, Abau District recently. FOLLOWING a successful site visit to the five districts of Central Province, the National Volunteer Service (NVS) is now looking forward to deploying volunteers to boost service delivery in the province. “As stipulated in the Memorandum of Agree

PAPUA New Guinea Exchange Market Limited in its weekly market report has indicated that the Papua New Guinea equity market recorded a robust week of trading, with total trade value reaching K9.93 million, PNGX reported a notable increase from the previous week's K8.95 million. Daily turnover was consistently strong, peaking on Monday, June 1 with K2.83 million and remaining above K1.3 million each subsequent day. Five securities traded during the week, led by BSP, which c

The Somare Institute of Leadership and Governance (SILAG) has marked a significant milestone in its journey toward becoming a specialized public service university by 2027. A one-week intensive write shop was held at Tuna Bay Resort, Port Moresby to prepare the critical academic and governance requirements of the Department of Higher Education, Research, Science & Technology (DHERST). The workshop, organized by the SILAG University Accreditation and Establishment Working Comm

PORT MORESBY, 9 June 2026 — Former Chief Secretary Ambassador Isaac Lupari has called for calm, patience and responsible leadership as Papua New Guinea continues discussions on Bougainville’s future political status. In a media statement released today, Ambassador Lupari said the Bougainville referendum result must be respected as a clear expression of the wishes of the people of Bougainville. However, he stressed that the referendum does not automatically grant independence

On June 5, Chinese Ambassador to PNG H.E Yang Xiaoguang attended the launching ceremony of the “The Guide to Life for Overseas Chinese in Papua New Guinea” and delivered remarks. More than 50 representatives from the Chinese communities in PNG participated in the event, including Mr. Lin Huanong, President of the China-PNG Friendship Association, Mr. Qi Zhihua, Vice Chairman of the China Enterprises Association in PNG, and Mr. Li Huadong, President of Meet PNG and Publishing

The National Court has ordered residents occupying land at Gerehu Tete in Port Moresby to vacate the area by July 24, 2026, paving the way for the construction of a proposed Grade Five public hospital. The land, identified as portions 3530 and 3521, has been allocated to the Health Department for the hospital project, which is expected to be implemented by the National Capital District Commission (NCDC). The court ruling followed a human rights case filed by a group of settle

5 June 2026 Kundiawa International Primary School (KIPS) hosted the golden jubilee celebration today as International Education Agency (IEA) schools marked 50 years of education service in Papua New Guinea under the theme “Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Education”. Air Niugini Captain Joe Bomai, a former KIPS student, drew the biggest cheers with his motivational address. He shared his journey from the KIPS classroom to the cockpit of Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 Dreaml

PORT MORESBY – Health Minister Hon. Elias Kapavore has told Parliament that international media entering hospitals to photograph and record patients without consent is a violation of patients' rights and dignity. The Minister made the statement while responding to questions from Saki Hacky Soloma regarding conditions at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). Minister Kapavore referred to recent footage showing mothers lying in hospital corridors and stressed that images captur

APPROVED FOR RELEASE In what could mark the beginning of a new era for Central Province and Papua New Guinea's petroleum sector, the country's first ultra-deepwater exploration well is set to be drilled within the next two (2) months offshore between Central and Milne Bay provinces. Representatives from TotalEnergies unveiled the latest details of the landmark Mailu-1 project during the first consultative workshop with the Central Provincial Government on Wednesday June 3, 20

The National Capital District Provincial Health Authority (NCDPHA), in partnership with WaterAid PNG, has officially signed the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the newly established Infection Prevention & Control – WASH Sub-Committee. This milestone marks a significant step in strengthening water, sanitation, and hygiene (WaSH) systems in healthcare facilities, with a particular focus on maternal and newborn health. The sub-committee will bring together key healthcare providers,

PORT MORESBY, June 4, 2026 – The Executive Director of the Institute of National Affairs (INA), Paul Baker, has called on authorities across Papua New Guinea to strengthen preparations for a potential El Nino event, warning that an extended dry season could have serious consequences for water supplies, agriculture, health services, and electricity generation. Mr. Baker stressed that early preparedness measures are critical to reducing the impact of drought conditions on commu

Parliament House, Port Moresby Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Morobe Governor Hon. Rainbo Paita has called on the National Government to review and increase the allowances paid to Ward Councillors across Papua New Guinea, proposing an increase from the current K300 to K1,000. Speaking during Questions Without Notice in Parliament, Governor Paita emphasized the vital role Ward Councillors and Ward Recorders play in communities throughout the country. He said these grassroots leaders

A plume of black smoke is seen over the port of St Petersburg. (AP Photo) Ukraine has struck an oil export terminal in St Petersburg hours before Russian President Vladimir Putin's annual economic forum got underway. The attack on St Petersburg, Mr Putin's home city, and the location of his own 'Davos' — a showcase economic forum designed to attract foreign investment — comes as both sides dial up strikes on each other in the more than four-year-old war. Smoke shrouds the go

Smoke billows from the Nabatieh area in southern Lebanon following an Israeli strike on Wednesday Israeli strikes killed at least nine people in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, authorities said, as the Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah said it fired rockets into northern Israel. Lebanon's health ministry said the dead included two paramedics whose ambulance was hit in a strike in the southern Chehour area. A car was also struck just south of the capital Beirut. Meanwhile, Isra

Papua New Guinea has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening trade, investment, and economic partnerships with Europe during the 5th EU-PNG Business Forum in Port Moresby. Speaking at the opening plenary, Minister for National Planning Hon. Sir Ano Pala highlighted the Government’s vision to grow the economy to K200 billion and create one million jobs by 2030 through strategic investments, infrastructure development, value-added agriculture, energy, manufacturing, and priv

Picture supplied Port Moresby, June 2, 2026 – Papua New Guinea has reaffirmed its commitment to attracting foreign investment and strengthening economic ties with Europe, with Minister for National Planning Sir Ano Pala urging European investors to seize emerging opportunities across the country. Speaking at the opening of the 5th EU-PNG Business Forum in Port Moresby, Sir Ano said the Marape-Rosso Government remains committed to creating a stable, transparent, and business-f