Posts Tagged ‘PNG Bishops’

PNG Bishops write open letter to political Leaders

Friday, May 23rd, 2014

The Catholic Bishops of Papua New Guinea have published a wide ranging open letter addressed to the political leaders of the country. In the open letter they recognise the value of the good relationship the Catholic Church has with Government in Papua New Guinea. They say it is one of mutual respect and express the Read more

Bishops disapprove of nationalisation of Ok Tedi mine

Friday, October 18th, 2013

The Government of Papua New Guinea has nationalised the Ok Tedi mine and its owner, the PNG Sustainable Development Program (PNGSDP). The Catholic Bishops of Papua New Guinea have expressed disappointment with what the Government has done because it could result in the cancellation of PNG Sustainable Development Program. In their statement the Bishops say the Read more