PNG Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative

📍𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 | 𝐏𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐈𝐓𝐈 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬

Our team continued its Subnational Roadshow & Awareness today with an awareness workshop in Southern Highlands Province focused on Who is PNGEITI, our role and the importance of EITI Reporting at the subnational level.

The workshop brought together representatives from the Southern Highlands Provincial Administration and Landowner representatives to strengthen understanding on transparency, accountability and reporting within Papua New Guinea’s extractive sector.

Participants were introduced to the role of PNGEITI in promoting open and accountable reporting of revenues and benefits generated from the mining, oil and gas sectors and the importance of subnational reporting in ensuring that revenues and benefits reaching provinces, districts, local-level governments and landowner groups are properly disclosed and understood by the public.

The engagement provided a platform for dialogue on the importance of stakeholder participation, collaboration and informed public awareness in strengthening good governance and responsible resource management in Papua New Guinea.

📍𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 | 𝐏𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐈𝐓𝐈 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬

Our team today conducted an awareness workshop in Enga Province focused on “Who is PNGEITI”, its role, and the importance of EITI Reporting at the subnational level.

The workshop brought together representatives from the Porgera Local Level Government (LLG), Enga Provincial Administration and Landowner representatives.
The workshop aims to strengthen understanding on transparency and accountability in the management of extractive sector revenues and benefits.

Participants were introduced to the role of PNGEITI in promoting open and accountable reporting within Papua New Guinea’s mining, oil and gas sector and the importance of subnational reporting in ensuring that revenues and benefits reaching provinces, districts, LLGs and landowner groups are adequately and transparently disclosed and understood by the public.

The engagement also provided an opportunity for stakeholders to discuss the importance of collaboration, accurate reporting and community awareness in strengthening trust and good governance within the extractive sector.

𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐮𝐚 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐚 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐄𝐈𝐓𝐈 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫

Papua New Guinea is currently undergoing its third validation under the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI), marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to strengthen transparency and accountability in the management of its natural resources.

Executive Director of the Papua New Guinea Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (PNGEITI), George Kauli, confirmed that the validation process commenced on the 1st of April April and is expected to conclude in June, with final results anticipated later this year.

Mr. Kauli highlighted that extensive preparatory work has been undertaken ahead of the validation, including efforts to improve data accessibility, strengthen the functionality of the Multi-Stakeholder Group (MSG) and address corrective actions identified during the 2022 validation. These measures aim to further enhance transparency and accountability across Papua New Guinea’s mining, oil and gas sectors.

An international validation team is currently in the country to assess progress. The delegation includes Validation Advisor Riley Zecca and Regional Director – Europe Mark Burnett, who are engaging with key stakeholders. Consultations are being held with government ministers, senior officials, civil society organisations, extractive industry companies and state-owned enterprises.

Speaking on the purpose of the mission, Mr. Zecca emphasized that EITI serves as a global benchmark for good governance in the extractive sector.

"EITI is a global standard for the good governance of natural resources. This validation is a check-in on Papua New Guinea’s progress after more than a decade of implementation. The aim is to ensure that citizens understand how they benefit from the country’s natural resources and can hold decision-makers accountable,” he said.
He further clarified that the validation process is not intended as a test, but rather as a collaborative mechanism to support countries in refining their systems.

“While validation provides a score and assessment, it is not a test. We are here to support Papua New Guinea in tailoring EITI implementation to its national context and priorities,” Mr. Zecca added.
During their mission, the validation team has met with the PNGEITI National Secretariat, the Independent Administrator for the 2024 EITI Report, Kuna Taberia Kiruwi (KTK) and representatives from the University of Papua New Guinea’s Division of Earth Sciences. The mission is expected to conclude with a high-level debrief with MSG Chair and Minister for Treasury, Hon. Ian Ling-Stuckey before the team’s departure.

Mr. Kauli explained that validation is a core component of the EITI implementation, providing an independent and objective assessment of whether a country meets the requirements of the EITI Standard.

Papua New Guinea first underwent validation in 2018, achieving a rating of “meaningful progress.” In its second validation in 2022, the country improved to a “moderate” score of 70.5 percent. The EITI International Board commended PNG for implementing reforms to address weaknesses in government systems, improving transparency, ensuring effective multi-stakeholder oversight and producing timely and accessible reports.

Looking ahead, Mr. Kauli expressed optimism that the current validation will yield further improvements, reinforcing Papua New Guinea’s reputation for transparency and good governance.

He noted that a stronger validation outcome would be particularly significant as the country works to address concerns related to its grey listing by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

A positive result, he said, would send a strong signal to the international community that Papua New Guinea remains committed to strengthening governance systems and ensuring that its natural resource wealth delivers tangible benefits to its people.

📢 𝐏𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐈𝐓𝐈 𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐘𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐔𝐀𝐋 𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐀𝐒 𝐏𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐄𝐈𝐓𝐈 𝐕𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

The Papua New Guinea Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative ( ) National Secretariat has officially launched its Annual Report during the Multi-Stakeholder Group (MSG) Quarter 1 meeting held at Tuna Bay in Port Moresby on the 26th of March, 2026. The report presents a comprehensive overview of Papua New Guinea’s extractive sector performance, financial disclosures and the country’s continued commitment to transparency and accountability for the 2024 financial year.
Speaking at the launch during the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Acting Chairman of the Multi-Stakeholder Group, John Uware, emphasized the importance of the report in strengthening public trust and promoting informed dialogue among government, industry and civil society stakeholders.
“This report reflects Papua New Guinea’s dedication to the open and accountable management of its oil, gas, and mineral resources,” Mr. Uware said. “It serves as a critical tool for stakeholders to assess sector performance and to support responsible and transparent resource governance.”
The launch comes ahead of Papua New Guinea’s upcoming Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Validation, scheduled to commence on April 1, 2026. Validation is a key component of the global EITI process, assessing the country’s compliance with the EITI Standard while identifying opportunities to strengthen reporting practices and enhance transparency.
The FY2024 Annual Report outlines revenue contributions from the mining, oil, and gas sectors, including insights into beneficial ownership disclosures and key government and industry initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable development and equitable resource management. It also highlights the strong collaboration between the PNGEITI National Secretariat, MSG members, and international partners in advancing transparency and accountability across the sector.
Members of the MSG present at the meeting welcomed the report as an important reference for guiding policy decisions and strengthening stakeholder engagement. Now publicly accessible, the report is expected to inform national dialogue as Papua New Guinea enters the Validation phase, further demonstrating the country’s commitment to international transparency standards.
The PNGEITI National Secretariat encourages all stakeholders including civil society, government agencies, the private sector, the general public and resource owners in extractive provinces to download and review the 2024 Annual Report from the PNGEITI website, to stay informed and better understand how Papua New Guinea’s extractive resources are managed as the country progresses toward its April 2026 Validation milestone.

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🌸 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 🌸

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women who are shaping dialogue, strengthening accountability and advancing transparency in Papua New Guinea’s extractive sector.

Across government, industry and civil society, women are playing an increasingly important role in ensuring that the management of our nation’s natural resources reflects the voices and aspirations of all Papua New Guineans. Their leadership and participation promote inclusive decision-making and strengthen oversight in the extractive industries.

When women are empowered to participate meaningfully in governance and development discussions, institutions become stronger, communities become more informed and the benefits of our natural resource wealth can reach more people.

Today, PNG Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative proudly recognizes the women who continue to lead, advocate and inspire positive change across Papua New Guinea.

🌸 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐮𝐚 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬

"At the PNGEITI table, my role is to help ensure that the wealth of our land is not managed in the shadows, but safeguarded through transparency, accountability and responsible governance. When citizens especially women have a voice in decision-making, we move closer to a future where Papua New Guinea’s resource wealth benefits every community. 💜
Transparency is not just about numbers and reports, it is about real development outcomes for our people, stronger communities, better schools, healthier families and a more accountable system of governance.

Together, we celebrate the women who continue to challenge the status quo, advocate for transparency and inspire inclusive leadership across Papua New Guinea. 🌏✨

🌸 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫

When women actively participate in leadership, industry operations and community engagement, governance becomes stronger and development outcomes improve for our communities. Their perspectives, leadership, and dedication continue to shape a more responsible and sustainable extractive sector. 💜 🌺

🌺 On International Women's Day, we celebrate the powerful voices of women who are shaping transparency and accountability in Papua New Guinea’s extractive sector. 💜

Her message reminds us that despite traditional barriers, women across Papua New Guinea are stepping forward to challenge the status quo, open pathways for others and help ensure that the nation’s natural resource wealth delivers meaningful benefits for all. 🌏✨

This International Women’s Day, PNGEITI recognizes the important role women leaders play in driving dialogue, transparency and sustainable development.

🪷 This International Women’s Day, we celebrate women who are shaping governance and strengthening accountability in Papua New Guinea’s extractive sector.
“As a representative of the National Petroleum Authority on the PNGEITI Multi-Stakeholder Group, I believe women’s active participation in the EITI process is essential. When women are meaningfully involved in decision-making, governance becomes more inclusive, balanced and representative.” — Sonia Augustine, National Petroleum Authority

💡 𝐃𝐈𝐃 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖?

is a key part of strengthening and in Papua New Guinea’s extractive sector.
It assesses the role and performance of government agencies, extractive companies, civil society and the Multi-Stakeholder Group ( ) in implementing the .
Importantly, Validation is about learning, improving systems and reinforcing trust in how our natural resource revenues are managed.
Transparency is a shared responsibility. When each stakeholder plays their part, we build stronger institutions and greater public confidence in the sector.