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A violent incident in Papua New Guinea’s capital, Port Moresby, this morning has shocked the public. A public bus (PMV) crew member from the Highlands region was fatally stabbed by a man from the Hanuabada community while on duty. Despite being rushed to the Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH), he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival due to the severity of his injuries. According to eyewitnesses, the bus was operating normally when an altercation suddenly broke out as it passed through the city. The suspect reportedly drew a sharp object and carried out a fatal attack on the driver. Police…

In response to the recent horrific torture and murder of a woman in Hela Province, Papua New Guinea, Police Commissioner David Manning on July 7 strongly condemned the brutality and announced a reward of K50,000 for information leading to the capture of those responsible. “The nation has witnessed, with shock and outrage, the inhumane torture and brutal killing of a Highlands woman over the past week,” Manning stated. “The perpetrators who tortured and murdered this woman have committed acts so heinous that words fail to describe them. They behaved like beasts, devoid of any humanity. And those who stood by…

In a recent joint operation, Papua New Guinea’s Immigration and Citizenship Authority, together with the East Sepik Provincial Government, uncovered an illegal alluvial gold mining operation near the border of East and West Sepik provinces. Eight Chinese nationals were apprehended at the scene for engaging in unauthorized mining activities using heavy machinery and have since been deported in accordance with immigration procedures. According to sources within the East Sepik Provincial Government, the illegal mining occurred along the Atomb River in the Maprik District, spanning several villages including Weliga, Ningalim, and Nagipaim. Additional operations were discovered in parts of Wewak District…

The Collapse of PNG’s ICAC Reveals Deeper Issues of Governance and Local Relevance Papua New Guinea’s Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has all but collapsed, triggering a wave of public concern and reflection on the nation’s long-standing struggle with corruption. According to the Government Gazette published on June 20, all three core foreign commissioners—Chairman Andrew Forbes, and Commissioners Daniel Baulch and Graham Gill—have been suspended, effectively rendering the two-year-old institution defunct. Once heralded as a key pillar in the nation’s effort to cleanse corruption and restore public trust, ICAC has now crumbled into a cautionary tale of misplaced expectations. Touted…

Papua New Guinea’s National Capital District (NCD) police have reported the arrest of an Australian man and a Papua New Guinean woman after they were caught in possession of multiple suspected drug packages inside a guesthouse in Port Moresby. Authorities have confirmed that the seized substances are currently undergoing forensic testing to determine whether they are methamphetamine (ice) or cocaine. Assistant Commissioner Benjamin Turi, NCD Police Commander, issued a stern warning during a media briefing:“Anyone who dares bring drugs into this country, especially into Port Moresby, will face the full force of PNG law. If you break the law on…

At noon on July 3, 2025, a delegation from the China–Papua New Guinea Friendship Association (CPFA), led by Executive Vice Chairman Mr. Lin Hua’an and standing committee members Mr. Khim TAN and Mr. Anderson TING, met with newly appointed National Capital District (NCD) Metropolitan Police Commander Mr. Warrick Simatab in Port Moresby. The two sides held frank and in-depth discussions on security concerns affecting the Chinese community, particularly the safety of Chinese-owned businesses. Also present at the meeting were: During the meeting, Vice Chairman Lin Hua’an extended his congratulations to Commander Simatab on his new appointment and expressed appreciation for…

Warning: This article contains descriptions of violence, intended solely to reflect the facts and raise social awareness. A horrifying act of brutality has recently shaken the entire nation of Papua New Guinea. After the suspicious death of a female teacher from the Magarima district in Hela Province, a wave of barbaric retaliation followed: a woman, completely innocent, was tortured and ultimately executed on a bridge—her final moments captured in a viral video circulating on social media. The gruesome incident occurred in the Teru Ipa Ugu area, under the Upper Wage Local Level Government in Hela Province. In the shocking video,…

While the number of new HIV infections has steadily declined worldwide in recent years, Papua New Guinea is witnessing a worrying trend in the opposite direction. Latest data shows that the country’s HIV prevalence rate has risen to 1.5%, far exceeding the globally recognized “manageable” threshold. This figure is not only alarming—it is a loud and urgent warning. “Globally, new HIV infections have dropped by 39% since 2010. But here in our country, they have increased significantly, with around 30 new cases every day, including babies born with HIV,” said Acting Health Secretary Ken Wai. His words should ring alarm…

In recent days, a series of unauthorized police roadblocks in Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea, has drawn widespread public concern. Despite repeated directives from the Police Commissioner banning such activities, some individuals have taken advantage of their positions to extort money at illegal checkpoints, seriously disrupting public order and undermining the credibility of law enforcement. In response to the growing frequency of these incidents, Mr. Lin Hua’an, Executive Vice Chairman of the China–Papua New Guinea Friendship Association, held discussions with Deputy Police Commissioner Benjamin Turi. Representing the concerns of the Chinese community and Chinese enterprises in PNG,…

On June 15, 2025, the sound of drums echoed through Port Moresby, with dragons and lions dancing and dazzling face-changing performances winning thunderous applause. The Sir Hubert Murray Stadium, a landmark venue in the capital city of Papua New Guinea, was packed with people and filled with excitement. Chairman Lin Huanong stated that the “China Day” event was not just a cultural showcase, but a true embodiment of people-to-people connectivity. He expressed gratitude for the support and promotion from the National Capital District government, as well as the active participation of the Chinese Embassy in PNG and the local Chinese…