What We Do

Our mandate, key functions, and programmes at Papua New Guinean Government.

Our Mandate

Established by law to serve Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinean Government is established under an Act of Parliament and charged with responsibility for the efficient, accountable, and transparent administration of its portfolio. Our mandate spans policy, legislation, programme delivery, and stakeholder engagement across Papua New Guinea.

Core Functions

Key Areas of Responsibility

Policy Development

Develop and review national policies that guide the government's strategic direction.

Legislation & Regulation

Prepare and administer legislation, regulations, and guidelines within our mandate.

Programme Delivery

Design and deliver development programmes that improve services for all Papua New Guineans.

Research & Analysis

Conduct evidence-based research and analysis to inform decision-making.

Licensing & Compliance

Administer licensing, permits, and compliance frameworks to uphold standards.

Accountability

Report to Parliament and the public on performance, spending, and targets.

Stakeholder Engagement

Engage with communities, private sector, development partners, and agencies.

Public Communication

Keep citizens informed through regular communication and public outreach.

Initiatives

Current Programmes & Projects

Ongoing

National Development Plan

Long-term strategic plan guiding Papua New Guinea's development priorities and resource mobilisation.

Ongoing

Capacity Building Initiative

Building institutional capacity across government departments to improve service delivery quality.

Active

Digital Government Transformation

Modernising government services through digital platforms and data-driven decision making.

Active

Provincial Support Programme

Supporting provincial and local-level governments to deliver essential services to communities.

Want to Know More?

Read our publications or get in touch with our team directly.

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