Day: February 24, 2021
What happened to the Maseratis?
IN preparation for 2018 Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Summit, the Government, under former prime minister Peter O’Neill, bought 40 Maseratis and three Bentleys luxury vehicles to be used during […]
Disappointed with Bekker’s advice
I AM disappointed to read about the advice given by the PNG Power Ltd managing director Flagon Bekker discouraging the utilisation of ‘off grid energy’. The advice is similar to […]
Take healthcare policies seriously
INVESTMENT in health is not only a desirable but also an essential priority for most societies. However, our health systems face tough and complex challenges, in part derived from new […]
China exports up to K13bil: DPM
By GLORIA BAUAI PNG exports to China have increased by over K13 billion in the last two years, Deputy Prime Minister Sam Basil says. “It is public knowledge that PNG […]
With office in Lae, shipping firm aims to upgrade service
THE opening of the new Swire Shipping office in Lae last Friday signifies the commitment it has towards its customers and communities in the country and the region, an official […]
Hiring locals for project
By PETER ESILA LOCAL recruitment for phase 2 of the Ihu Special Economic Zone (Isez) project in Kikori, Gulf, will start, according to MP Soroi Eoe. This follows the contract […]
People urged to work for better living standards
PEOPLE of Kokopo, East New Britain, have been urged to work together to achieve the district’s goal of raising living standards. Kokopo MP Emil Tammur said Kokopo had invested in […]
ICCC review focuses on postal service market
THE Independent Consumer and Competition Commission (ICCC) says it is currently reviewing the country’s postal services focusing on its existing market condition and competition aspects. Responding to queries from The […]
Minister reveals plans for produce buying post in Sialum
THE Government will set up a buying point for agriculture produce at Sialum in Tewai-Siassi, Morobe, according to Agriculture and Livestock Minister John Simon. He announced this at Kanome Station […]
Oil Search’s K1.1bil net loss reflects on lower hydrocarbon prices
OIL Search’s financial results for 2020 reflected a significantly lower realised hydrocarbon prices compared to 2019. It resulted in a full-year net loss of US$320.7 million (K1.1bil). According to Oil […]