Bougainville Referendum: The Joint Supervisory Body has set Aug 27 for Parliament to debate Bougainville’s 2019 referendum results, endorsing the Melanesian Framework and the Joint Consultation Report for tabling. Elections Security: PM James Marape says PNG will seek 200 defence personnel from Timor-Leste to help supervise next year’s general election, building a 1,000-strong multinational election security and observation team. Governance & Accountability: The Constitutional and Law Reform Commission has handed UPNG a K50,000 cheque under an Underlying Law MoU, while the Electoral Commission faces renewed scrutiny over constitutional independence after government moves affecting its systems and preparations. Public Safety: Police in Port Moresby condemned rising school fights and warned students will be treated as offenders under the law. Foreign Investment & LNG: Finance Minister Thomas Opa says all projects must align with development goals and community needs, as PetroChina signals interest in buying PNG LNG through spot and long-term deals. Provincial Flashpoint: New Ireland Governor Byron Chan says the Provincial Executive Council has agreed to the resignation of Administrator Richard Andia after a Maimai protest at the administration office. Infrastructure & Services: Tari Airport will get a dedicated fire station under a new partnership, and Hela is rolling out an El Niño preparedness plan for 2026–2027. Business & Economy: Sheraton Port Moresby Stanley Hotel & Suites officially opens, and PNG’s closure of Taiwan’s trade office is being read as a shift toward deeper economic ties with China.