Decision on Bougainville Matters must not be deferred to next Parliament

Governor of the National Capital District, Powes Parkop, has called on the 11th Parliament not to defer decisions concerning Bougainville matters to a future parliamentary session. He highlighted the significance of addressing these issues during the current parliamentary term.

Parkop stated, "We are given this opportunity, our people too are listening." He underscored that the process of building nations is inherently difficult and never perfect, implying that delays in crucial decisions could be detrimental.

The governor's appeal suggests a sense of urgency surrounding the Bougainville issue, emphasizing that the current parliamentary sitting presents a critical window for progress. His remarks highlight the public's expectation and the weight of responsibility on the parliamentarians to act decisively.

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We are given this opportunity, our people too are listening, building nations is not easy. And it’s never perfect.