ISHMAEL TOROAMA

Papua New Guinea: Remediation Journey Ahead After Bougainville Mine Assessment

March 18, 2025March 18, 2025 - by Liam O'Sullivan - Leave a Comment

Papua New Guinea’s Bougainville is seeking remediation of the Panguna mine after a years-long struggle for justice regarding environmental damage. An independent assessment has highlighted significant contamination issues, urging Rio …

Bougainville Continues Its Struggle for Independence

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 - by Victor Santos - Leave a Comment

Bougainville, aiming for independence from Papua New Guinea, faces numerous political and practical challenges despite a strong mandate from a 2019 referendum favoring secession. President Ishmael Toroama pushes for autonomy …

Bougainville Leaders Forum Proposes Independence Date of September 2027

March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 - by Maya Chowdhury - Leave a Comment

Bougainville Independence Leaders Consultation Forum recommends 1 September 2027 for independence. This follows a 2019 referendum with 97% support for independence. Decisions by the Constituent Assembly will remain independent of …