Peter O'neill
Violence against women in PNG highlighted by journalist's death
Papua New Guinea's media industry has been shaken by the death of a journalist who had been suffering in a violent relationship. Audio
Pacific calls for global climate action at UN General Assembly
The Pacific has presented a united front at the UN General Assembly in New York in calling for global action on climate change. Audio
Abel the big mover in new PNG cabinet
Alotau's MP Charles Abel has been promoted in a new caretaker cabinet announced by Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister Peter O'Neill.
PNG election a major disruption to school in the Highlands
The principal of a school in the electorate of Papua New Guinea's prime minister says her pupils have been heavily affected by disruptions caused by the ongoing election. Audio
O'Neill thrown in spotlight over PNG economic woes
Papua New Guinea's Treasurer says the country's economy has "fallen off a cliff" under the present government, led by Peter O'Neill. But Patrick Pruaitch's damning revelation on the state of PNG's… Audio
PNG PM welcomes choice of oil exec as US Secretary of State
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister, Peter O'Neill, has welcomed the nomination of the head of ExxonMobil to be the new US Secretary of State.
Stalemate over probe into PNG fraud case
Papua New Guinea's police anti-fraud squad remains unable to access its office and files amid a standoff over a major corruption case. This comes after anti-fraud officers made several high profile… Audio
Johnny Blades: Papua New Guinea
Toby Manhire interviews Radio New Zealand International journalist Johnny Blades about the arrests this week in Papua New Guinea of a Supreme Court judge and the prime minister's lawyer. Audio
PNG PM stands firm on govt handling of economy
Papua New Guinea's prime minister Peter O'Neill remains upbeat about his government's management of the economy, in response to warnings about the country's fiscal position. Audio
PNG police accuse Aus govt of a 'pack of lies' over Manus case
PNG police say the Australian Government never told it staff accused of rape were being flown out of the Manus Island Detention Centre. Audio
Geopolitical storm coming to a head in MSG
A geopolitical storm is coming to a head in the Melanesian Spearhead Group as the Pacific islands sub-regional organisation considers a membership bid by West Papuans of Indonesia. Audio
PNG fight against TB gets serious
Papua New Guinea's government has received a timely boost in its fight to counter tuberculosis, as rates creep up in parts of the country. Audio
PNG govt re-states support for Indonesian sovereignty in Papua
The Papua New Guinea government has clarified its position with regards to Indonesia after strong statements from prime minister Peter O'Neill on human rights abuses in neighbouring Papua. Audio
PNG's PM defends govt budget deficit strategy
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister Peter O'Neill has defended his government's stewardship of the economy amidst criticism from a rejuvenated opposition. Audio
PNG PM digs in for long haul, despite referral
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister has welcomed his referral to a Leadership Tribunal over allegations related to the government's decision to take out a controversial state loan. Audio
PNG Government embarks on privatisation path
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister says partial privatisation is seen as the best way to improve in the management of state-owned enterprises. Audio
PNG Government resumes in wake of fraud claims against Prime Minister
Papua New Guinea's parliament has resumed this week after being adjourned in June amid fallout from a major fraud case engulfing the Prime Minister Peter O'Neill. Audio
PNG PM says Govt stable and there for the long-term
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister Peter O'Neill says his government remains stable and committed to constructive relationships in the region. Audio
MSG defers to Jakata on West Papua bid
Melanesian Spearhead Group leaders meeting in Port Moresby have indicated that the West Papua National Coalition for Liberation's bid to join the group will have to return to the drawing board. Audio
PNG Prime Minister stands firm amid political meltdown
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister Peter O'Neill stands firm while a major political storm engulfing his office casts uncertainty over his future. Audio