A Golden Jubilee of Gratitude: Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Day!!!! On this radiant 50th Independence Day, September 16, 2025, as the golden sunbathes our rugged mountains, lush valleys, and turquoise seas, Papua New Guinea stands tall, a nation forged in unity and vision. Our hearts brim with pride, reverence, and an unbreakable spirit as we mark half a century of sovereignty. Fifty years ago, we stepped into nationhood not through war or bloodshed, but through the quiet power of dialogue, resolve, and dreams. Today, I offer my deepest gratitude for two sacred pillars of our existence: the profound wisdom of our forefathers, who carved our path to freedom, and the eternal bond our people share with the land that defines our soul. First, let us bow in gratitude to the architects of our independence, whose names echo like ancestral songs across our highlands and coasts. At the helm was Grand Chief Sir Michael Thomas Somare, the Father of the Nation, whose gentle yet unyiel...
