Consultative Implementation & Monitoring Council

12/06/2026

Following successful forums in the New Guinea Islands, Momase, and Highlands regions, the Consultative Implementation and Monitoring Council (CIMC), in partnership with the Oro Provincial Government, launched the Southern Regional Development Forum in Popondetta on June 10, 2026.

12/06/2026

CIMC is concluding its Southern Regional Development Forum today in Popondetta with a plenary breakout session, which is currently underway.

The session will see participants break into groups to discuss recommendations on the policies and reforms presented on days one and two.

Following this, the groups will present their recommendations, which CIMC will note down to be presented at the National Development Forum in August.

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11/06/2026

The Oro Provincial Administration this evening bid farewell with gifts as a token of appreciation to participants for the Southern Regional Development Forum who will be traveling to their respective provinces tomorrow, Friday, June 12.

The Administration acknowledged and thanked Mrs. Wallis Yakam, Executive Officer for CIMC, for choosing the province to host the forum and providing a platform for the people to voice their concerns. The Oro Provincial Administration also extended its gratitude to Mr. Charles Abel, Director of the Delivery Unit at PM & NEC, and his team for their participation and contributions to the forum and the province.

Mrs. Yakam, along with Mr. Abel, acknowledged the provincial administration for its recognition and the warm hospitality show to their team and the participants.

While some participants will travel back to their respective provinces tomorrow, the Southern Regional Development Forum will continue in morning with the Plenary Session and will conclude at midday.

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11/06/2026

11/06/2026

CIMC Southern Regional Development Forum Day two is currently underway in Popondetta, Oro Province.

Discussions for today include planned Policy Initiatives: Enhancing Transparency & Accountability For Effective Service Delivery At The Community, The Health Sector Outlook from 50 Years to the next 50 Years Overview: National Health Policy Outlook, and Strengthening Youth Development and Skills Pathways at the Sub-National Level.

It will also include discussions on Cross-Cutting Issues And Initiatives.

Keep updated with CIMC’s Social Media platforms for more updates from the Southern Regional Development Forum.

10/06/2026

Southern Regional Development Forum: Day one video highlights from yesterday.

Day two of the forum continues today. Keep updated with CIMC's social media platforms for more updates.

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

CIMC is kicking off its two and a half-day Southern Regional Development Forum at Popondetta Secondary School in Oro Province this morning.

Held in partnership with the Oro Provincial Government, this event is the final of the four regional forums (following the New Guinea Islands, Momase, and Highlands forums) held throughout the country. This year's theme is: "Unpacking the Reset@50 Agenda: What Must We Do Better in the Next 50 Years"

Participants include representatives from across the Southern Region, relevant government heads, civil society, the private sector, and provincial and local-level governments.

Follow CIMC's social media platforms to stay updated on the forum!

09/06/2026

The CIMC Executive Officer, Mrs. Wallis Yakam, and the Director for the Institute of National Affairs, Mr. Paul Barker, along with participants of the Southern Regional Development Forum, received a warm, traditional welcome from the Oro Provincial Administration at Girua Airport in Popondetta this morning.

The delegation was officially received by Mr. John Inga, the Acting Deputy Provincial Administrator for Social Services, and his team.

The forum, which will be held at Popondetta Secondary School, is set to commence tomorrow (Wednesday, June 10–12) and will be hosted in partnership with the Oro Provincial Government.

Follow CIMC's social media pages for more updates from the forum.

Highlights of this morning's welcome ceremony are below. 👇🏽

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08/06/2026

The Consultative Implementation Monitoring Council last week, June 03, successfully hosted its transport and infrastructure sectoral committee meeting for 2026 at the Crown Hotel in Port Moresby.

The dialogue brought together relevant government departments, development partners in PNG's transport and infrastructure sector, and civil society groups to contribute to the discussions.

Hosted by the CIMC, the dialogue ensured that stakeholders remained fully informed of the committee's work, consistent stakeholder engagement was maintained, and longstanding action items were effectively addressed.

Watch Highlights of the meeting below..

Committee