Government Working to Fix Long Process of Registering ILGs

Papua New Guinea's government is undertaking efforts to reform the protracted process of registering Incorporated Land Groups (ILGs). Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Lands and Physical Planning, John Rosso, confirmed in Parliament that his department is actively working to improve the system.

Rosso's statement came in response to questions raised by Freddie Reu Kumai, the Member for Talasea Open, regarding the current challenges faced in ILG registration. The Deputy Prime Minister assured Parliament that the Department of Lands and Physical Planning is focused on addressing the inefficiencies that have plagued the system for a considerable time.

While the article does not detail the specific improvements being made, it highlights the government's recognition of the problem and its commitment to finding solutions. The registration of ILGs is a critical process for many customary landowners, and delays or complications can have significant implications for land management and development.