Kandrian Gloucester MP Joseph Lelang was not present to be sworn in with the two leaders.
Making their declarations of loyalty to serve the people of West New Britain, the leaders have committed to serve the people wholeheartedly and bring services to them.
Governor Muthuvel said team work is needed by the leaders in order for the people to get the basic services.
He called on other provincial leaders to put away their differences and move the province forward.