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Papua New Guinea

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Children, men, and women join together in a peaceful march to show support for ending violence against women on White Ribbon Day in Papua New Guinea.

Welcome to Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea, often called PNG, is a beautiful country in the Pacific Ocean. It sits on the eastern half of the island of New Guinea and includes many smaller islands. The land is very green and full of mountains, forests, and rivers.

A Land of Many People

Papua New Guinea is special because it is home to many different groups of people. There are about 840 languages spoken here—more than any other country in the world! Most people live in small villages and work on farms. They grow food for their families and share with neighbors. The largest city is Port Moresby, the capital.

Rich Nature

The country has amazing plants and animals. Its rainforests are some of the biggest in the world and are full of birds, insects, and trees found nowhere else. Many people depend on these natural gifts for their daily lives. The land also has valuable minerals and oil, which help the country grow.

Fun Traditions

Papua New Guinea has colorful traditions. One famous activity is the Kula ring, where people trade special shells and beads to make friends across far distances. Music is also important, with drums, flutes, and shakers used in celebrations. Rugby league is a favorite sport that brings communities together.

Papua New Guinea is a place where nature, culture, and friendly people make every day an adventure.

Images

A traditional female gable image made by the Sawos people of Papua New Guinea, showcasing their cultural art and craftsmanship.
Historical map showing the political divisions of the island of New Guinea between 1884 and 1919.
Historical image from 1884 showing officials reading the proclamation of annexation at Mr. Lawe's house in Port Moresby, New Guinea.
A historical photo from 1964 showing a patrol officer speaking with members of the Biami people in Papua New Guinea during a routine investigation.
An old photo showing the construction of a copper ore mill at the Panguna mine in 1971.
Portrait of Michael Somare, a Papua New Guinean politician, with Australian external territories minister Bill Morrison in 1973.
Portrait of King Charles III during a meeting with a world leader in July 2023.
Ambassador McKee presenting her credentials to Governor General Sir Bob Dadae during a formal ceremony.
People learning about voting in a mock election setup in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
A campaign event encouraging women to participate in politics in Tuvuvur, Papua New Guinea.
World leaders attending the 2018 APEC Economic Leaders Meeting in Papua New Guinea.
President Reuven Rivlin of Israel attends a summit meeting with Pacific Island leaders in Fiji, February 2020.

Related articles

Port Moresby
New Guinea
Pacific Ocean
Guinea
Kula ring

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