Cabinet reshuffle sees Tkatchenko taking on APEC

Justin Tkatchenko is the new Minister for APEC and Tobias Kulang, Member for Kundiawa, is Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture.

The swearing-in of the Government Ministers took place on Friday April 8 at Government House, Port Moresby.

Tkatchenko was appointed to look after Tourism in January. He has been moved from Tourism and is now looking after APEC as well as Sports.

Joe Lera, Member for Bougainville region takes responsibilities as Minister for Bougainville Affairs.

Prime Minister Peter O’Neill said that minor changes are important to maintain administrative flexibility as the global and national economy evolves, and to ensure ministerial skills and capabilities are targeted.

Author: 
Quintina Naime