The Papua New Guinea Opposition continues to press for a vote of no confidence against Prime Minister James Marape, with the crucial parliamentary session set for next Tuesday. Opposition Deputy Leader James Nomane confirmed that the motion is still active and ready for parliamentary consideration this month, with the document currently lodged with the Speaker’s office. The motion of no confidence has faced multiple hurdles. The first submission on February 13 was invalidated due to a technical error involving the proposed alternative prime minister’s electorate. A second submission on February 14 was rejected after Milne Bay Governor Gordon Wesley allegedly disavowed his signature. A third submission on February 20 faced allegations of forgery from Prime Minister Marape, though the Opposition disputes this, noting the Acting Speaker Koni Iguan has not formally rejected it. In the midst of this political turbulence, Finance Minister Rainbo Paita has denied rumors of his departure from the Government. Despite viral social media claims suggesting he might leave Pangu Pati, Paita affirmed his continued allegiance to the party and declined to comment further on the speculation.
Prime Minister Marape has maintained that his Pangu Pati remains intact with 59 members of Parliament. However, an updated Registrar of Political Parties list as of April 30 lists Pangu’s strength at 56 MPs, including Chuave MP and Opposition Deputy Leader James Nomane. Social Democratic Party leader and National Capital District Governor, Powes Parkop, has emphasized the importance of Pangu Pati's unity during this critical period. Parkop, whose party holds a coalition agreement with Pangu, affirmed his commitment to the alliance. "It's all up to Pangu to remain intact," Parkop stated, highlighting his party’s loyalty. Parkop’s Social Democratic Party currently has six MPs in Parliament. As the nation prepares for the parliamentary session on May 28, political maneuvering continues with high stakes. The Private Business Committee has acknowledged three submissions for a vote of no confidence against Prime Minister Marape, underscoring the volatile nature of Papua New Guinea’s current political landscape. Also read
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