The final day of the PNG Resources Golden Exhibition at APEC Haus in Port Moresby will end with the grand final of the Inter School Debate that is set for Friday 25th of July 2025 at 10:30am, with Kopkop College and the Port Moresby National School of Excellence (POMNATS) set to debate on the topic-  Should Papua New Guinea adopt a “Resource Nationalism” approach to maximize its economic and social benefits? The semi-final rounds for the PNG Resources Golden Expo Inter School Debate concluded on Wednesday 23rd July, with Port Moresby School of Excellence (POMNATS) and Kopkop College emerging victorious and advancing to the grand final. The fiercely contested rounds saw six prominent secondary schools in NCD compete in a display of sharp intellect and spirited debate. These schools include Paradise College, Port Moresby School of Excellence, Tokarara Secondary School, Port Moresby International School (POMIS), Kopkop College, and Jubilee Catholic Secondary School. In Round 1, Kopkop College narrowly edged out Port Moresby School of Excellence to secure the top spot. Round 2 saw Paradise College defeat POMIS, claiming third place, while Tokarara Secondary School took fifth place against Jubilee Catholic Secondary School. PNG Resources Golden Exhibition Project Manager Ruth Waram commenting on the event said: "This PNG CORE event facilitated by Em Stret Holdings encourages collaborative learning and academic growth among participating schools and students." "We are proud of all the schools for their impressive performances. The close scores highlight the high level of education and student engagement in our region.” “The Expo has provided a great platform for the students to engage and learn about the PNG resources industry, and debate on topics that are related to the industry.” Ms Waram thanked all the participating schools and their teachers for the time, especially those who participated in the semifinals on a public holiday. The grand final is expected to be an exciting event. The Expo and the debate are open to the public. Entry is free. "We look forward to seeing you all at APEC Haus on the last day of the Expo to witness what will be an exciting debate." The PNG Resources Golden Expo Debate continues to inspire and cultivate the next generation of leaders and thinkers within the community. The organisers extend their gratitude to all participating schools, teachers, and supporters who have made this event a vibrant platform for academic excellence.