Prime Minister (PM) James Marape has confirmed that Pacific Island leaders will travel to Port Moresby following the conclusion of the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in Honiara, Solomon Islands. Prime Minister Marape stated that the leaders have assured him of their solidarity and will be in Papua New Guinea for the nation’s Golden Jubilee celebrations. “All our Pacific brothers and sisters, the leaders of the region, have expressed their commitment to stand with us as Papua New Guinea marks its 50th Independence Anniversary,” Prime Minister Marape said. “After our meeting here in Honiara, they will travel to Port Moresby on a Solomon Islands–assisted charter this Saturday and will remain with us until the 17th of September before departing for their respective countries or onward to the United Nations General Assembly.” Marape added that the Pacific Island leader’s presence will be a great privilege for Papua New Guinea and a profound show of solidarity with the region. Prime Minister Marape said the participation of Pacific leaders reflects the strong bonds of unity and friendship across the region and underlines the importance of Papua New Guinea’s milestone celebration. “We sincerely appreciate their commitment to stand with our people during this historic occasion,” he said. “Our shared future as Pacific nations is strengthened when we come together to celebrate each other’s achievements.” The Golden Jubilee celebrations will feature a week-long programme of national and regional events leading up to Independence Day on Tuesday, 16 September 2025.