​Sports investment will continue: Abel

Acting Prime Minister Charles Abel has reassured the country that the government’s investment in sports will continue, as PNG makes headways on an international scale.

He was backed by Vice Sports Minister Wesley Raminai in wishing the PNG Prime Minister’s XIII, the PNG Orchids and the PNG Hunters teams, all the very best in their respective matches this weekend.

Abel encouraged the three national teams to get out there and show their best.

Abel reassured the country that the government’s investment in sports will continue, as PNG has proven a force to be reckoned with.

Vice Sports Minister Raminai said it was historic for the women’s rugby league team to take on the world champions but more importantly, how sports is contributing to the country’s social development in a positive way.

The Acting Prime Minister and Vice Sports Minister both wished the PNG Prime Minister’s XIII and the PNG Orchids well in taking on the Australians this weekend as part of the two countries’ bilateral relationship. 

Author: 
Sophie Yaruso