Deputy Leader of Social Democratic Party and member for Nipa Kutubu, Dr. Billy Joseph said the opening of the Porgera mine is expected to have a significant impact on the PNG economy.
“As the Marape Rosso government has emphasized, there might be short-term pain, but there will be long-term gain.
“The opening of the Porgera mine is expected to create employment opportunities, generate revenues for the government, and boost economic growth.