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Security at the Sir John Guise Sports complex in Port Moresby is on heightened alert as counting officals prepare to go into the elimination stages before a winner for the Port Moresby North East seat, is declared. Security at the stadium was beefed up when tensions swelled amongst the supporters of rival candidates which led to a clash outside the stadium recently.  Election scrutineers at Sir John Guise stadium, Port Moresby, Police media photo Since then, soldiers were deployed to boost security at the counting venues and their presence has so far helped to defuse the tensions in NCD. We appeal to city residents to remain calm  and allow Election Officials to complete the elimination process. Police have also increased their operations across NCD Metro and they will not hesitate to come down hard on trouble makers. Police Media Next :  PNG Prime Minister’s Post to become vacant after 4Pm today : Kwa

Papua New Guinea government is looking at strengthening a Strong Trade and Investment Relationship with Thailand for a change in the country. Minister for International Trade and Investment, Richard Maru says Thailand investors can help PNG develop its vast agriculture, fisheries, and manufacturing industries to world-class standards. Minister for International Trade and Investment, Richard Maru Minister for International Trade and Investment, Richard Maru revealed these when providing a brief to the media about the Ministry’s trip to Thailand recently. Minister Maru says the relationship will be a game changer for Papua New Guinea. Mr. Maru envisions that if PNG follows the same part as Thailand, the country’s economy can be transformed in 20 years’ time. The Minister for International Trade and Investment is inspired and has no doubt about cementing the relationship with Thailand, the greatest contribution of the Marape/Rosso Government to secure a brighter and better future for PNG