Briefs

New Zealand praised
Foreign Affairs Minister Rimbink Pato described New Zealand as a “kind and progressive country” during Waitangi Day celebrations in Port Moresby. “When New Zealand promises to do something, it is as good as done.”

Protect people’s interest
PROVINCIAL governments are urged to protect the interests of its people and their resources that should be equitably distributed. Peoples Freedom Party president Mike Oroge commended Morobe people through their Governor Ginson Saonu and the nine MPs for speaking fearlessly about people’s welfare and resources.