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AS we commemorate the 49th year of our nation’s political independence, it is a time for reflection, evaluation, and most importantly, a call to action. While we have attained political autonomy 49 years ago and have been in-charge of our sovereign destiny as a nation, passing laws and determining public policies, the journey towards economic independence remains a formidable challenge that demands our urgent attention and collective efforts to address the lack of appropriate leadership at all levels of our society.
It is evident that the lack of economic engagement among the general populace continues to impede our progress towards self-sufficiency. Despite the election of leaders to set policies, we have yet to effectively leverage our political autonomy to achieve economic prosperity for all. This calls for a shared responsibility among all citizens to actively participate in shaping the future of our nation.
Transparent electoral processes are the cornerstone of a functioning democracy, ensuring accountability and trust in our governance systems. As we celebrate this milestone, let us reaffirm our commitment to pushing for electoral reform that guarantees a fair and democratic electoral process. It is through our collective actions and engagement that we can foster a culture of good governance and prioritize the national interest above all else.
To break free from the cycle of weak governance and propel our nation towards a brighter future, it is imperative that our current MPs and government policy implementing agency heads prioritize collaboration, transparency, and a steadfast commitment to transformational change for the better. By working together and aligning our efforts towards a common goal, we can overcome the challenges that lie ahead and pave the way for a more economically prosperous Papua New Guinea.
The need for PNG’s economic independence remains paramount. We must seize this opportunity to drive meaningful transformation within the next 3-5 years by implementing the right policies and demonstrating unwavering political will and decisive actions to support progress and innovation, rather than settling for the status quo of mediocrity. We have no good excuse for mediocrity. We cannot blame others for mediocrity except ourselves.
Transparent electoral processes are the cornerstone of a functioning democracy, ensuring accountability and trust in our governance systems. As we celebrate this milestone, let us reaffirm our commitment to pushing for electoral reform that guarantees a fair and democratic electoral process. It is through our collective actions and engagement that we can foster a culture of good governance and prioritize the national interest above all else.
To break free from the cycle of weak governance and propel our nation towards a brighter future, it is imperative that our current MPs and government policy implementing agency heads prioritize collaboration, transparency, and a steadfast commitment to transformational change for the better. By working together and aligning our efforts towards a common goal, we can overcome the challenges that lie ahead and pave the way for a more economically prosperous Papua New Guinea.
The need for PNG’s economic independence remains paramount. We must seize this opportunity to drive meaningful transformation within the next 3-5 years by implementing the right policies and demonstrating unwavering political will and decisive actions to support progress and innovation, rather than settling for the status quo of mediocrity. We have no good excuse for mediocrity. We can not blame others for mediocrity except ourselves.Transparent electoral processes are the cornerstone of a functioning democracy, ensuring accountability and trust in our governance systems. As we celebrate this milestone, let us reaffirm our commitment to pushing for electoral reform that guarantees a fair and democratic electoral process. It is through our collective actions and engagement that we can foster a culture of good governance and prioritize the national interest above all else.
To break free from the cycle of weak governance and propel our nation towards a brighter future, it is imperative that our current MPs and government policy implementing agency heads prioritize collaboration, transparency, and a steadfast commitment to transformational change for the better. By working together and aligning our efforts towards a common goal, we can overcome the challenges that lie ahead and pave the way for a more economically prosperous Papua New Guinea.
The need for PNG’s economic independence remains paramount. We must seize this opportunity to drive meaningful transformation within the next 3-5 years by implementing the right policies and demonstrating unwavering political will and decisive actions to support progress and innovation, rather than settling for the status quo of mediocrity. We have no good excuse for mediocrity. We cannot blame others for mediocrity except ourselves.
We should ask ourselves why we have not achieved economic independence. If it’s a lack of appropriate political leadership, then we should ask ourselves why we experienced weak political leadership over the decades. If it’s lack of performance by the public policy implementing agencies, then we should ask ourselves why that is the case. If the electoral process is not giving us the quality of leadership the nation deserves, then we should reflect on the actions we have taken to address it. Before we go on complaining, we should reflect on how we may have contributed to it by being ignorant, complacent, and condoning it. Before we blame others, we should reflect on what we have done in our personal capacity to address the hindrances to achieving economic independence. Our destiny was in our hands since 16 September 1975. We can not blame bribery and other inducements from foreign corporations and governments to our leaders at various levels of Government system because our leaders have the choice of either giving into underdue influence or remaining steadfastly committed to serving national interests.
We must be clear in our minds as to what national interest is. If we do not know, then we must not take on national leadership roles, whether in politics or public service bearaucracy because we are likely to be sellouts.
Let us stand together, united in our resolve to build a stronger, more resilient Papua New Guinea. By embracing change, fostering collaboration, upholding good governance, and holding true to our commitment to economic independence, we can create a future where prosperity and opportunity abound for all.
Happy 49th Independence Anniversary, Papua New Guinea!
