PNG Minister Asserts National Sovereignty Over Independence Vote in Bougainville

Papua New Guinea’s Culture and Tourism Minister emphasized that Bougainville’s overwhelming referendum result for independence does not automatically supersede the nation’s constitutional sovereignty.

28 Aug, 04:59 — 28 Aug, 04:59

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Minister Namah insists 97.7% votes does not override PNG’s absolute sovereignty

Member for Vanimo-Green and Minister for Culture and Tourism Belden Namah stated in Parliament on Thursday, August 27, 2026 that while the historic vote for Bougainville independence was overwhelmingly significant, it does not automatically override the absolute sovereignty of Papua New Guinea. Web, Web – One-Day, Web – 14-Day, Web – One-Month, Web – Three-Month, Web – Six-Month, Web – Annual, Web & eBook, Web & eBook – One-Day, Web & eBook – 14-Day, Web & eBook – One-Month, Web & eBook – Th...

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PNG Minister Asserts National Sovereignty Over Independence Vote in Bougainville

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Minister Namah insists 97.7% votes does not override PNG’s absolute sovereignty

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