On the 28th of August 2023, an article by PNG Business news highlighted the re-opening of the

Question

Porgera Gold Mine through the Porgera Development Forum which was officially opened at the
Enga Teachers’ College in Wabag town.
i) Who was primarily responsible to convoke the development forum?
ii) Who was eligible to attend this development forum in Porgera?

Answer 1

i) The primary responsibility to convoke the development forum for the Porgera Gold Mine was held by the Porgera Development Forum itself, which was officially launched during the event.

ii) The eligibility to attend the development forum in Porgera included stakeholders such as local landowners, government representatives, and other community members who are directly affected by the mining operations and development in the area.