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From Ingvar Anda on Global aid 2023: comparing apples with apples April 16, 2024 at 2:28 pm

Good analysis of the structural decline of the Australian aid program, thank you. Somewhat ironic that this research was funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (a philanthropic foundation run on the funds provided by 2 individuals) whose global funding in recent years is around double that of the entire Australian aid program.

From Basilio Martins Pinto on Megaprojects before people in Oecussi April 16, 2024 at 12:37 pm

Dear all, The basic needs rest on everyone's responsibility whether you are rich or poor; you will solve your own problem with your own strength; no one else will solve your problem. Now Chinese company's support to fix this Hotel and this is part of the state dignity. As Timorese I am proud of this Hotel and give thanks to China, even though I am still poor, no matter at all.

From Jeannie M Readley on Free movement of people within the Pacific: how? April 15, 2024 at 11:22 am

How can I participate in these research?

From Stephen Howes on How to enter the Pacific Engagement Visa ballot April 14, 2024 at 11:17 am

As per the earlier query, provided you are from one of the participating countries (from the list in the article, but not yet confirmed exactly which ones will be participating), and you meet the other criteria set out in the article (have a passport, meet the birth criterion, and are of the right age) you can apply from your country or from Australia.

From Stephen Howes on How to enter the Pacific Engagement Visa ballot April 14, 2024 at 11:17 am

Provided you are from one of the participating countries (from the list in the article, but not yet confirmed exactly which ones will be participating), and you meet the other criteria set out in the article (have a passport, meet the birth criterion, and are of the right age) you can apply from your country or from Australia.

From Stephen Howes on How to enter the Pacific Engagement Visa ballot April 14, 2024 at 11:15 am

The PEV ballot isn't open yet, but we expect it to open soon so watch out for it. We will also put out an update when it is opened.

From Michael Kirabu on Uncertainty surrounds PNG’s local government elections April 11, 2024 at 8:31 pm

Hi, I would like to find out..... ● Will the LPV system used in this year for 2024, ward Council elections.....? ● What is nomination fee for the ward councilor....? Please do advise. Thank you.

From Michael Bamiringnuc on Cocoa farming in PNG for all generations April 11, 2024 at 9:51 am

Think we need more than 10 million cocoa planting and nurseries in Morobe every 5 years.

From Ian Jijiro on Innovative ideas help Pacific SMEs transition from aid to trade April 10, 2024 at 5:44 pm

It's good we got partnered and involved with Real Impact CEO the late Virginia Bruce. The aid to trade, it's a good initiative but Virginia Bruce is gone and we 4 Papua New Guinea SMEs are left alone struggling to trade our products to overseas markets. Is there anyway this aid to trade program be supported for many SMEs across Pacific?

From Edd Wright on Mangroves, migration, and family reunions: a story of resilience April 9, 2024 at 3:44 pm

Yes, please go ahead.