AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHealth Policy: Health Minister Toiraena called for better access to medicines, faster progress on tuberculosis and stronger prevention and care as HIV cases rise. At the National Referral Hospital, a Chinese specialist is setting up a breast-care unit and training local doctors. Government Accountability: The government has taken ownership of MV Wealth after an investigation found the vessel entered the country illegally. Separately, concerns have been raised over concentrating responsibility for watchdog and independent bodies in the Prime Minister’s office. Police Oversight: A retired Papua New Guinea judge will lead the tribunal investigating allegations against suspended Police Commissioner Ian Vaevaso, after the previous inquiry chair’s term expired without an investigation. Earthquake and Mining Checks: Solomon Islands and Australia have launched a partnership to expand seismic monitoring, train local officers and strengthen checks on mineral exports. Labour Mobility: Prime Minister Wale says the PALM scheme supports prosperity, while Opposition Leader Sogavare warned it must not weaken the local workforce and called for an annual assessment of its costs and benefits.
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