Prime Minister Marape Promotes PNG’s Ancient Heritage, Cultural Identity during France Visit

Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister James Marape has called on his nation to embrace and take pride in their ancient cultural heritage, following a visit to the "Plumes of Paradise" exhibition in Paris.

The exhibition at the Jacques Chirac Museum features an extensive collection of over 11,000 Papua New Guinean artifacts and cultural items. Marape highlighted this collection as a testament to the country's profound civilization and historical significance, which extends far beyond its independence in 1975.

"We are not merely a Nation born in 1975. We are an Ancient people with a rich History and Cultural Identity that has fascinated the world for centuries," Prime Minister Marape stated. He emphasized that the museum houses one of the largest collections of PNG cultural artifacts globally, underscoring the enduring global fascination with the nation's heritage.

The Prime Minister's visit to France aimed to promote PNG's ancient heritage and cultural identity on an international stage, encouraging citizens to recognize the depth and richness of their history.

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We are not merely a Nation born in 1975. We are an Ancient people with a rich History and Cultural Identity that has fascinated the world for centuries.