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Papua New Guinea announces labour mobility program with Australia and New Zealand

1 report, 1 independent Updated Wed 00:00
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What happened

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Prime Minister James Marape announced a labour mobility program for Papua New Guinea citizens targeting Australia and New Zealand. The announcement was made during a national council meeting in Port Moresby. Marape also referenced the Connect PNG programme, which has supported over 30,000 Papua New Guineans and engaged more than 300 local contractors.

From thenational.com.pg

Why it matters

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The program is part of government initiatives aimed at expanding economic opportunities for young people and ordinary citizens in Papua New Guinea. This policy is linked to high-level diplomatic coordination between James Marape and Anthony Albanese.

From thenational.com.pg

Who's involved

  • James MarapePrime Minister who announced the labour mobility program
  • Papua New GuineaCountry implementing the labour mobility program
  • Anthony AlbaneseAustralian Prime Minister engaged in diplomatic coordination with James Marape

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Papua New GuineaSpeculative

    Papua New Guinea might see increased labor exports to Australia and New Zealand, which could affect foreign exchange earnings.

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