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AROB Students in Madang Celebrate Bougainville Day
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AROB Students in Madang Celebrate Bougainville Day

From Post-Courier · () English

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  • Students from the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (AROB) studying in Madang celebrated Bougainville Day on June 20.
  • The event, hosted by students from Divine Word University, Madang Teachers College, and Madang Technical College, marked the establishment of the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG).
  • The celebration was moved from the official date of June 15 due to student examinations.

Students from the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (AROB) who are pursuing their education in Madang came together on Friday, June 20, to commemorate Bougainville Day. This significant day marks the establishment of the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG), a key milestone in the region's self-governance.

The celebration was a collaborative effort, hosted by students from three prominent Madang institutions: Divine Word University (DWU), Madang Teachers College, and Madang Technical College. The venue for the festivities was the SVDMA Hall at DWU, providing a central location for the Bougainvillean student community.

While Bougainville Day is officially observed on June 15 each year, the students' celebration was rescheduled to June 20. This adjustment was made to accommodate student examinations, ensuring that academic commitments did not interfere with the important cultural and political observance.

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