FIRST CONNECT PNG MEETING FOR 2021 UNDER MARAPE-BASIL GOVERNMENT
MEDIA RELEASE – 18th February 2021.
The Connect PNG High Level Project Steering Committee Meeting was held today at the office of the Department of National Planning and Monitoring.
In attendance was Chairman and Secretary for Department of National Planning & Monitoring Koney Samuel, Secretary for Works David Wereh, Secretary for Transport Roy Mumu, Secretary for Department of Lands & Physical Planning Benjamin Samson, and Acting Secretary for Department of Agriculture & Livestock, Daniel Kombuk.
There was also representation from the Department of Prime Minister & National Executive Council, Department of Finance, PNG Dataco, PNG Power, and Transport Sector Support Program.
The Connect PNG Programme is a Government signature Policy, which will see the Government provide an enabling environment for significant economic growth. Connect PNG will build roads and maintain existing ones that will connect areas in the country that have key economic activities.
In his recent commentary, ICAC Deputy Commissioner Daniel Baulch warned that delaying financial tracing until convictions are secured undermines the fight against corruption in Papua New Guinea. He urged the government to follow best international practices—trace the money early, freeze assets fast, and hold all beneficiaries accountable.
Acting Prime Minister John Rosso who is also the Immigration Minister has clarified the deportation of various foreigners on the grounds of Visa abuse.
by Anthony Kalai (LinkedIn Posts) Is leadership accountability being respected in Papua New Guinea? Any public agency is not the birthright of any individual to hold leadership positions indefinitely. When threats of violence are made against members of legitimate boards, such as the KPHL board, this is extremely serious and must be addressed immediately by […]
In attendance was Chairman and Secretary for Department of National Planning & Monitoring Koney Samuel, Secretary for Works David Wereh, Secretary for Transport Roy Mumu, Secretary for Department of Lands & Physical Planning Benjamin Samson, and Acting Secretary for Department of Agriculture & Livestock, Daniel Kombuk.
There was also representation from the Department of Prime Minister & National Executive Council, Department of Finance, PNG Dataco, PNG Power, and Transport Sector Support Program.
The Connect PNG Programme is a Government signature Policy, which will see the Government provide an enabling environment for significant economic growth. Connect PNG will build roads and maintain existing ones that will connect areas in the country that have key economic activities.
