Papua New Guinea
PNG workers in various sectors stay home in protest
Thousands of people are staying home from work today in Papua New Guinea in protest at the government's acquisition of luxury vehicles for APEC.
PNG Supreme Court wrong to dismiss Manus refugees' case - lawyer
The lawyer representing Manus Island refugees says the Papua New Guinea Supreme Court was wong to dismiss their case. Audio
Sport: PNG cricketers make winning start in Hong Kong
The Papua New Guinea men's cricket team easily defeated Hong Kong 'A' by 139 runs in their opening West Pacific Cup T20 clash on Tuesday.
PNG's Air Nuigini flying direct to Shanghai from tomorrow
Papua New Guinea's national airline, Air Niugini, will operate its first direct commercial flight between Port Moresby and Shanghai from tomorrow.
Water quality still a concern in quake affected PNG Highlands
Disaster authorities in Papua New Guinea are advising people in some parts of the earthquake affected Highlands region to continue boiling their drinking water.
PNG Supreme Court dismisses Manus Island refugees' case
The Supreme Court of Papua New Guinea has dismissed the case brought by 731 Manus Island refugees seeking enforcement of their constitutional rights.
No further charges over PNG ferry disaster
The Papua New Guinea public prosecutor has decided not to pursue the remaining charges brought against officials of the company operating the ferry the Rabaul Queen.
APEC security law violates PNG's constitution, says Singirok
A former Papua New Guinea defence force commander says special security legislation giving foreign security forces and personnel unprecedented powers to respond to threats during next month's APEC… Audio
ADB and PNG sign deal to respond to climate change
The Asian Development Bank and Papua New Guinea have signed a deal to help the country respond better to the impacts of climate change.
APEC security law seen as violation of PNG constitution
A former Papua New Guinea defence force commander has warned that special security legislation for APEC violates the country's constitution.
PNG airline drops Shanghai flight plan
Papua New Guinea's national airline, Air Niugini, has deferred plans to fly direct to Shanghai.
Hopes in PNG eye care becomes health priority
There is a call in Papua New Guinea for the government to prioritise eye care services in the national health plan.
PNG capital bans spray cans to stop graffiti
Papua New Guinea's National Capital District Commission is out to stop graffiti artists in Port Moresby.
Manus police call for respect after refugee assaulted
Police on Manus Island are calling for locals to respect refugees after one was violently assaulted on Saturday.
PNG governors seek help with road and lawlessness
The seven Papua New Guinea Highlands governors have raised concerns at the state of the Highlands Highway and law-and-order issues in their areas.
Mediation could resolve PNG mess over SABLS
The Catholic Archbishop of Rabaul in Papua New Guinea believes mediation could end the years of anger and bitterness engendered over controversial land leases. Audio
Call for transparency in PNG government luxury car deals
Transparency International in Papua New Guinea has urged the government to come clean on how it procured a batch of luxury vehicles for the APEC summit. Audio
Call for transparency in PNG government luxury car deals
Transparency International in Papua New Guinea has urged the government to come clean on how it procured a batch of luxury vehicles for the APEC summit.
Three more polio cases confirmed in PNG
Three more cases of polio have been confirmed in Papua New Guinea, bringing the total number to 18.
APEC finance ministers stress importance of infrastructure
APEC finance ministers, meeting in Port Moresby, say infrastructure is crucial to lifting productivity, enhancing connectivity and competitiveness, creating jobs and strengthening inclusive growth.