Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
Marape aims to bring back PNG Games in 2025
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape wants the PNG Games to be brought back next year to coincide with the country's 50th anniversary of independence.
Marape said the government is in talks with key stakeholders, the PNG Sports Foundation, Southern Highlands provincial government, as well as ExxonMobil and Santos, according to NBC's report.
The Games, meant to run biennially, have not been held for seven years.
Southern Highlands was meant to be the next host, but there were four cancellations over six years due to incomplete venues, security threats, and financial constraints.
However, Marape is negotiating for the Games to be held next year, rather than in 2026, as scheduled.
RNZ
New Zealand's public broadcaster, providing comprehensive NZ news and current affairs, specialist audio features and documentaries.
Radio New Zealand is a Crown entity established under the Radio New Zealand Act 1995. Radio New Zealand News are vital elements in our programming, providing impartial news and information to New Zealanders every day. Radio New Zealand (RNZ) provides listeners with exciting and independent radio programmes in accordance with the Radio New Zealand Charter.
UN News: ICC Issues Arrest Warrants For Netanyahu, Gallant And Hamas Commander
RNZ: Samoan Local Upset With Lack Of Manawanui Updates
Pacific Whale Fund: Groundbreaking Whale Rights Law Inspired By Māori King's Legacy To Be Unveiled In London
UN News: United States Vetoes Gaza Ceasefire Resolution At Security Council
Climate Action Network: COP29 ANALYSIS - G20 Declaration And Climate Finance
UN News: Haiti - Over 20,000 Flee As Gang Violence Spurs Mass Displacement