2023 Major Restructure: The first batch of 23 support staff were Orientated from 11 -13 April and followed by the Public Service Induction from 29 May to 2nd June 2023.
The second batch of 35 Foreign Service Officers was Orientated from 04-06 September followed by the Public Service Induction from 18-22 September 2023.
The 2023 Foreign Service Training Program (FSTP) commenced in Wellington in October 2023 with 19 trainees from PNG, six (6) from Fiji and seven (7) from Vanuatu.
Because of the regional nature of the FSTP, the 2023 FSTP will be called Pacific Diplomatic Training Programme (PDTP).
H.E Kang Ho-Jeung, Korean Ambassador to Papua New Guinea presented the car keys to Mr. Elias Wohengu,
Secretary for Department of Foreign Affairs in March 2023 at Central Government Office.
Fiji Prime Minister Rabuka welcomed by Mr. Elias Wohengu on arrival at the APEC Terminal, Port Moresby on the 22nd of May 2023
His Excellency Joko Widodo the President of the People's Republic of Indonesia and Governor General Sir Bob Dadae, during the courtesy call on the Governor General on 6th July 2023 at the Government House, Port Moresby
Prime Minister Modi was met and welcomed by Hon James Marape on arrival at the APEC Terminal on the 21st May 2023.
French President Emmanuel Macron and the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea James Marape during their bilateral meeting at APEC Haus in Port Moresby (photos credits: Élysée)
US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken and Minister for Defence Hon. Win Daki signing the Defence and Ship Rider Agreement on May 22, 2023 at the APEC house, Port Moresby
Prime Minster Hon. James Marape met and welcomed the Indonesian President Hon. Joko Widodo on arrival at the APEC Terminal, 6th July 2023.
I am pleased to welcome you to the official website of the Department of Foreign Affairs.
In this digital space, we provide an overview of the functions and purpose of the Department as well as sharing information and keeping up to date with the latest news on the foreign relations activities and engagement of the Department with PNG’S bilateral and multilateral partners and international organization.
The website also aims to connect all the Overseas Heads of Mission and Posts and acts as a gateway to the other Government Department and Stakeholders Website.
Thank you for being here, and we hope you enjoy your journey with us. If you have any questions, suggestions, or just want to say hello, send us a quick email to inquiries@dfa.gov.pg.
Have a Pleasent Tour !
ELIAS WOHENGU
Secretary for Department of Foreign Affairs
OUR CORE FUNCTION
The core functions of the Department of Foreign Affairs are:
To protect and promote Papua New Guinea's national identity, sovereignty, territorial integrity and security.
To promote Papua New Guinea as a Melanesian country with democratic institutions.
To contribute positively to national development and prosperity by.
Attracting foreign investment clearly beneficial to the people of Papua New Guinea in the creation of employment and income earning opportunities, increasing in national revenues and transfer of skills, seeking mutual assistance for mutual gain.
Promoting the prosperity, Stability and Security of the South Pacific region.
Managing and Conducting relations with foreign governments and international organization.
Protect the interest of the Nation.
Representing the sending State in the receiving State.
Promoting friendly relations between the sending State and the receiving State, and developing their economic, cultural and scientific relations.
OUR CORE FUNCTIONs
The core functions of the Department of Foreign Affairs are:
To protect and promote Papua New Guinea's national identity, sovereignty, territorial integrity and security.
To promote Papua New Guinea as a Melanesian country with democratic institutions.
To contribute positively to national development and prosperity by; Attracting foreign investment clearly beneficial to the people of Papua New Guinea in the creation of employment and income earning opportunities, increasing in national revenues and transfer of skills, seeking mutual assistance for mutual gain.
Promoting the prosperity, Stability and Security of the South Pacific region.
Managing and Conducting relations with foreign governments and international organization.
Protect the interest of the Nation.
Representing the sending State in the receiving State.
Promoting friendly relations between the sending State and the receiving State, and developing their economic, cultural and scientific relations.
Our Motto
Nothing but the best
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