United Nations in Papua New Guinea

13/08/2026

13/08/2026

11/08/2026

🎉The United Nations in Papua New Guinea extends its warm congratulations to the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) on the re-establishment of its office in Papua New Guinea.

UN Resident Coordinator, Ms. Shalini Bahuguna (third from the left), joined members of the diplomatic corps, government representatives, and development partners at the official reopening ceremony yesterday.

This important milestone reflects continued commitment to partnership, strengthening cooperation, and advancing shared development priorities in support of the people of Papua New Guinea.

Photo Release

Ambassador Edgar Tomas Q. Auxilian (third from right) joins members of the diplomatic corps and Papua New Guinean officials at the opening ceremony on 10 August 2026 of the re-established Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) office in PNG.

10/08/2026

"Every day, I see people carrying containers and walking long distances to rivers that are now only a fraction of what they used to be," says IOM Field Officer David Kuna.

In Hela Province, Papua New Guinea, drought and frost are pushing already-displaced families to the brink. Peter Andalu's story is one of thousands unfolding across the region right now, families losing water, food, and livelihoods all at once.

IOM and local authorities are responding with water tanks, borehole drilling, and targeted support for the most vulnerable communities.

Read Peter's full story 🔗 https://png.iom.int/stories/when-rivers-run-dry-one-familys-fight-survive-hela-province

10/08/2026

Upcoming Webinar | UN Volunteers 💻💭

Your skills can create change. Join our webinar and discover UN Volunteer opportunities in Papua New Guinea. Register now and be part of sustainable development.

💡During this session, participants will learn about:

✅The UN Volunteer programme and its role in advancing sustainable development
✅Eligibility requirements and the application process
✅Tips and guidance on how to apply for UN Volunteer assignments
✅A Q&A session with the UNV team

💻Webinar details:

📅 Date: Friday, 14 August 2026
🕒 Time: 1.00 PM - 2.00 PM (Papua New Guinea Time)
💻 Platform: Zoom Webinar
🔗 Register to join: https://lnkd.in/gSEhFAEd
📌 Registration deadline: 13 August 2026

09/08/2026

07/08/2026

"PNG will achieve a stronger democracy, lasting peace, and its Vision 2050 ambitions only when women have an equal seat at the table. Together, let us turn commitment into action ahead of the 2027 National Elections. The United Nations stands with all partners to advance the Call to Action for Women’s Political Participation and support women’s leadership across PNG."

- Shalini Bahuguna- UN Resident Coordinator in Papua New Guinea .

07/08/2026

07/08/2026

UN Secretary-General's Spokesperson | Bougainville peace process

The Secretary-General welcomes the participation of the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea and the President of the Autonomous Bougainville Government in a meeting of the Joint Supervisory Body this week.

This reflects the parties’ continued commitment to dialogue and to advancing the implementation of the Bougainville Peace Agreement through peaceful means.

As the Secretary-General emphasized during his visit to Papua New Guinea in September 2025, the Bougainville peace process has shown the world a path of healing through dialogue, perseverance and mutual respect.

The United Nations will continue to accompany the parties on their journey, as requested by the two Governments.

As we look ahead to the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Bougainville Peace Agreement on 30 August, the Secretary-General encourages the parties to honour the Agreement’s enduring legacy by continuing to engage in a spirit of dialogue and mutual respect, building on the commitments reflected in the Melanesian Agreement to identify an agreed way forward and secure lasting peace.

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