Prime Minister James Marape

Speaking in Parliament on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, PM Marape introduced the Provincial Health Authorities (Amendment) Bill 2023. The bill, which garnered unanimous support from Parliament, aims to amend the Provincial Health Authorities Act (2007), the legislation that established the framework for the 21 Provincial Health Authorities and Boards operating in the provinces.

Furthermore, he has urged all Members of Parliament (MPs) to take a proactive role in addressing these issues through their respective District Development Authorities (DDAs), including the allocation of funds for dental care initiatives.

Marape expressed his concerns during his visit to the Youth With A Mission (YWAM) dental programme in Port Moresby last Saturday, August 5, 2023.

The visit prompted a critical realisation of the challenges facing the nation's oral health landscape.

Having inaugurated the project in April earlier this year, Marape acknowledged the government's collaboration, facilitated by Kumul Consolidated Holdings, in partnership with the project.

The government has committed K120 million towards the establishment of a 132KV transmission line connecting Edevu to Port Moresby.

This contribution supplements the K650 million already invested by Chinese investor PNG Hydro Development Ltd.

The monumental K770 million hydropower Project, situated along the Brown River in Central, is set to commence operations next month.

Marape commended the proactive approach of Edevu landowners, exemplifying effective collaboration with foreign investors as a model for other landholders across the nation.

Acknowledging the commitment of PNG Hydro Development Ltd and its managing director, Allan Guo, as well as the Chinese financier, Prime Minister Marape hailed their unwavering dedication to the project since its inception in 2009.

As he highlighted the session's significance, particularly the presentation of crucial Ministerial statements, including those related to education.

Marape is scheduled to be out of the country yesterday, August 6, 2023, and returns on today on Monday, August 7, 2023, Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso will serve as Acting Prime Minister.

PM Marape will be visiting a close friend who is currently hospitalized with a serious medical condition in Gold Coast, Australia.

During a poignant ceremony held in Kokopo, East New Britain, a PNG Defence Force vessel departed for Bougainville, carrying essential food and relief supplies for the thousands affected by the recent eruption of Mt Bagana.

These items were a heartfelt gift from the people of Papua New Guinea and East New Britain, symbolising the nation's solidarity with Bougainville during their time of hardship.

Prime Minister Marape expressed his gratitude to Bougainville President, Ishmael Toroamo, for permitting the PNG Defence Force vessel to enter Bougainville.

President Macron highlighted the significance of preserving forests to foster job creation and recognise the efforts of those working tirelessly to combat deforestation while ensuring the sustainability of these natural resources.

He stressed the need to establish a value chain that supports and compensates individuals dedicated to preserving the rainforests.

The call came during the momentous visit of French President, Emmanuel Macron to the Varirata National Park, located just outside Port Moresby city, on Friday, July 28, 2023.

President Macron's presence at the park reaffirmed Papua New Guinea's dedication to safeguarding its pristine forests and added confidence to the global mission of rainforest conservation.

The documents signed at the APEC House are:

During the inauguration of a FODE centre at Mt Diamond Adventist Secondary School in Central Province on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, Prime Minister James Marape called upon Education Minister, Jimmy Uguro and Secretary Dr. Uke Kombra to replicate this transformative initiative across the country.

Prime Minister Marape underscored the importance of incorporating Christian values and ethics into the curriculum, emphasizing the need to guide young individuals through a comprehensive 13-year education journey, spanning from elementary to Grade 12.