Sir Jerry Mateparae to visit Bougainville
The Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) is pleased to announce the visit of Sir Jerry Mateparae, former Governor-General of New Zealand and Moderator for the Bougainville independence consultations, from November 25 to 29, 2024.
This significant visit follows Sir Jerry’s appointment as Moderator at the recent Joint Supervisory Body (JSB) meeting between the ABG and the National Government, which formally endorsed the Moderator’s Terms of Reference.
Accompanied by key UN representatives, Richard Howard and Dawn Del Rio, Sir Jerry will engage with Bougainville’s leadership, community representatives, and various stakeholders. His five-day visit includes high-level meetings, community consultations, and engagements aimed at establishing dialogue and building understanding on Bougainville’s issues.
Sir Jerry will arrive in Buka on Monday 25th November, 2024, and participate in a welcome reception, followed by meetings with His Excellency President Ishmael Toroama, the ABG Chief Secretary, and the ABG Attorney General and Minister for Bougainville Independence Mission Implementation.
From the 26th to the 28th of November, Sir Jerry will travel across the region, visiting key districts and communities, including Chabai, Arawa, Bana, and Tsiroge. His schedule includes consultations and public engagements with regional leaders including representatives of women, youth, churches.
The visit will conclude with meetings in Buka with the Speaker of the Bougainville House of Representatives and other senior ABG officials.
Sir Jerry Mateparae’s visit marks a vital progress in the post-referendum process, reinforcing the shared commitment to achieving a peaceful and sustainable outcome for Bougainville.
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