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From Basilio Martins Pinto on Megaprojects before people in Oecussi
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?
How can I participate in these research?
From Stephen Howes on How to enter the Pacific Engagement Visa ballot
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
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
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
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
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
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
Yes, please go ahead.
From Owen Podger on Mangroves, migration, and family reunions: a story of resilience
A great story. I trust you do not mind if I repost it.
From M on AIFFP oblivious to excessive PNG port charges
A collaborative report by OCCRP, ABC and Inside PNG showed that Prime Minister James Marape, and William Duma were involved/facilitated the involvement of Mr Matterson in the PNG Ports project. Following the report:
1. James Marape appointed William Duma as State Owned Enterprise (SOE) Minister. As the SOE minister, he oversaw the investigation into PNG Ports contracts including the one awarded to ICTSI. PNG Ports is a SOE.
2. It’s no surprise that the investigation didn’t find any wrong doing when you have the Prime Minister and Minister responsible of PNG Ports accused of the potential crime being investigated.
3. The highly politicised bureaucracy, including appointments of PNG Ports CEOs, means that there’s little independence for these organisations.
4. The vetting process of high profile cases by the police hierarchy means investigations into high profile cases can be unilaterally suppressed by the hierarchy. The police commissioner is appointed by the National Executive Council headed by the Prime Minister. The PNG laws had to be amended by the current government so that the current police commissioner could qualify for the commissioner’s position. Police Commissioner positions were previously reserved for candidates with a tertiary qualification. The current commissioner doesn’t have one because the Police Act was amended and tertiary qualification requirement was abolished.
Corruption is so pervasive that the only way meaningful reforms takes place in PNG (apart from Mourata’s efforts) is if it’s driven externally as a condition for loans/grants.
The Australian government can use AIIF as a leverage to push for reforms - like what IMF is doing. Australian government is spending Australian tax payers money in PNG. It is only fair for the Australian public that it’s government makes sure the money benefits their PNG, and not go corrupt politicians, officials, and MNCs.
From Ingvar Anda on Global aid 2023: comparing apples with apples