AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEducation & Drought Response: The Department of Education issued emergency guidelines for schools as El Niño drought worsens, including water safety, adjusted school hours, and extra protections for national exam students. Gender Justice & Safety: Bel Isi urged leaders to move from commitments to action on family and sexual violence, while UNICEF stressed peace must mean everyday safety for women and children. Culture & Community: The 17th Moni Plus Goroka Bilum Festival crowned Bilum Hauslain and individual weavers, and Simbai beetle attire drew attention at the 70th Goroka Show. Sports Development: PNG weightlifting coach Konio Toua heads to the US for an international coaching program to strengthen athlete pathways. Education Access: India’s High Commissioner backed a Study in India Education Fair for affordable, quality higher education options for PNG students. Humanitarian & Rights: PNG police rescued 39 Indonesian trafficking victims in Port Moresby and arrested four Chinese nationals. Governance & Reform: PNG Rugby Union moved to end its 2024 suspension with new compliance and oversight reforms and a Sept 25 deadline. Security & Peace: Immigration Minister William Bando called for continued illegal firearms surrender efforts, including expanding gun surrender programs in the Highlands.
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