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Is Christianity Marape’s Political Saving Grace in Papua New Guinea?

Is Christianity Marape’s Political Saving Grace in Papua New Guinea?

By Patricia O’Brien and Douveri Henao
PNG, recently rocked by riots, is likely to declare itself a “Christian nation” in early 2024.

Papua New Guinea Faces Rising COVID-19 Cases

Papua New Guinea Faces Rising COVID-19 Cases

By Joshua Mcdonald
The Pacific Island nation is on the brink of disaster, regional health experts warn.
Amid Outbreak, Australia Donates 8,000 COVID-19 Shots to PNG

Amid Outbreak, Australia Donates 8,000 COVID-19 Shots to PNG

By Sebastian Strangio
The donation serves immediate needs, but also dovetails with Australia broader program of engagement with the Pacific.

Michael Somare, Papua New Guinea’s First Prime Minister, Dies

Michael Somare, Papua New Guinea’s First Prime Minister, Dies

By Associated Press
After leading Papua New Guinea to its independence, Somare served four terms as the nation's prime minister.

Bougainville Prepares for Presidential Election

Bougainville Prepares for Presidential Election

By Grant Wyeth
After a pandemic delay, the election is set to take place from August 12 to September 1. 

Human Rights Stagnate Under New Leadership in Papua New Guinea

Human Rights Stagnate Under New Leadership in Papua New Guinea

By Joshua Mcdonald
Human rights continue to falter as the government claims to be writing a “new book” of prosperity for all citizens.

Australia and Papua New Guinea Close in on Manus Island Base Deal

Australia and Papua New Guinea Close in on Manus Island Base Deal

By Grant Wyeth
What would a permanent Australian naval presence at Lombrum on Manus Island mean for the Pacific?
Pacific Island Solidarity: Papua New Guinea and Fiji

Pacific Island Solidarity: Papua New Guinea and Fiji

By Grant Wyeth
The PNG prime minister used his time in Fiji to reiterate that both countries have an essential role in providing regional leadership.

Big Men, No Women: Politics in Papua New Guinea

Big Men, No Women: Politics in Papua New Guinea

By Grant Wyeth
PNG’s loose party politics leads to perpetual government by a series of unstable coalitions.

Papua New Guinea: Riding the Resource Boom

Papua New Guinea: Riding the Resource Boom

While the economic future of PNG looks bright, political stability is essential with a careful long term view.

Papua New Guinea Selects New Prime Minister

Papua New Guinea Selects New Prime Minister

After months of political bickering and a constitutional crisis, PNG has a new PM.

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