Paul Barker
Coverage of Paul Barker in the Nexus archive.
- PNG’s closure of Taiwan trade office signals expanded economic ties with China
Papua New Guinea (PNG) closed Taiwan’s trade office in Port Moresby, aligning with its One-China Policy and signaling potential economic expansion with China. The move, explained as unwavering commitment to the One-China Principle, prompted Taiwan to halt liquefied natural gas (LNG) spot purchases, while Beijing pledged to increase LNG imports from PNG.
- PNG Prime Minister Marape shores up economic partnerships in China
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape visited China to advance economic partnerships, discussing green energy, agriculture, and controversial mining projects including the Frieda River gold and copper mine and Ramu Nickel Mine expansion. Experts warn that Chinese investment should not compromise environmental protection and workers' rights, citing the Ramu Nickel Mine's poor record on occupational health and a 2019 toxic waste catastrophe.