7 hours Ago By postcourieronline
Our Pati has declared its firm allegiance to the Pangu-led government and Prime Minister James Marape, citing the critical importance of stability as Papua New Guinea approaches its 50th anniversary of independence and faces an impending Vote of No Confidence. Mining and Special Projects Minister and Our Pati Leader, Rainbo Paita, asserted that the current period necessitates national unity and development rather than political disruption. “This is no time for political instability — it is a time for nation-building at a challenging time in our nation’s history,” he stated.
Paita highlighted the detrimental effects of political instability, referencing past experiences where it eroded investor confidence, delayed crucial projects, and hampered governance. He drew parallels with nations like Singapore, Rwanda, and Fiji, which have thrived through consistent leadership and policy. “Our Pati refuses to enable this cycle.
We stand with this government committed to reform—and we will hold it accountable to deliver,” he affirmed. Following the anticipated vote, Our Pati has outlined key priorities for the government, urging transformative action in several areas: The party acknowledged the government’s ongoing reform agenda, including mandatory downstream processing of resources, block grants to provinces, decentralization efforts, and investments in law and order. In addition, Our Pati called for urgent electoral reforms, including: “Our choice is clear: unity over division, stability over chaos, leadership over opportunism,” the statement concluded.
“Our Pati remains committed to a prosperous, independent PNG—and we will keep working within government to turn promises into progress.”.
