The 4th Regional Forum on Panguna Negotiations ended last night with every stakeholders putting their views on the future of the Panguna Copper mine. ??Despite the different views from all sectors of the community, the overall result of the forum was successful.
The fourth Regional Forum on Panguna negotiations in Arawa was for the Kieta and Wakunai districts and all participated fully at the forum.
The forum has for the first time in the short history of Bougainville created the environment conducive for real constructive discussions by all stakeholders.
The ABG President John Momis attended full time the two days forum in Arawa officially opening the forum on Monday morning and also officially closing the forum late last night. ??According to the President the forum achieved its aim that is to make sure all stake holders present their views on the future of Panguna and Bougainville.
He noted comments made by the President of Mekamui Unity Government on where his people will be located if the government is very strong on reopening the mine. ??ABG President commented that the ABG must find ways now to accommodate the Mekamui and the Tonu group through its COE system of government. ??He said that empowering the people is the way forward for Bougainville and he does not want to see one group forced out of the way. ??The ABG President thanked the people of Central Bougainville for participating at this very important forum.
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