Papua New Guinea to End Search for Landslide Victims
Papua New Guinea’s prime minister says the government will end the search for victims of a landslide that killed at least 25 people in the country’s highlands.
Prime Minister James Marape said Tuesday that the search will end on Friday, and that the government will focus on helping the survivors.
The landslide occurred on Saturday in the Hela province, where a major gas project is underway.
Marape said the government will provide 100,000 kina ($26,000) to each of the affected families.
He also said the government will provide 500,000 kina ($130,000) to the Hela provincial government to help with the recovery efforts.
The landslide occurred in a remote area, and it is difficult to reach the affected area due to the rugged terrain.
The government has deployed military personnel and heavy equipment to help with the search and rescue efforts.
The landslide is the latest in a series of disasters to hit Papua New Guinea in recent years.
In 2018, a major earthquake and tsunami killed more than 200 people in the country’s north.
In 2017, a major landslide killed at least 30 people in the country’s highlands.
Papua New Guinea is located in the Pacific Ocean, and it is home to more than 8 million people.
The country is rich in natural resources, including gold, copper, and natural gas.
However, it is one of the poorest countries in the world, with a per capita income of just $2,000.
The government has been struggling to develop the country’s resources, and it has been criticized for its lack of transparency and accountability.
The government has also been accused of neglecting the needs of the country’s rural population, which makes up the majority of the population.
The landslide is a reminder of the challenges facing the country, and it is a reminder of the need for the government to prioritize the needs of its people.