Traditional singsing and the beating of drums filled the air as locals gathered in anticipation of the launching of the joint Simbu and Jiwaka provincial Kup airport development project.
The Highlands region greatly needs another airport that is strategically placed to ensure access by each district is made easier.
A high-level ministerial delegation, led by National Planning Minister Richard Maru, who was accompanied by Civil Aviation Minister, Lekwa Gure, were met with a jubilant Kup and Jiwaka welcome.
