Peter Tsiamalili Jnr.
Peter Tsiamalili Jnr. | |
|---|---|
| Minister of Works and Highways | |
| Assumed office January 15, 2026 | |
| Prime Minister | James Marape |
| Preceded by | Solan Mirisim |
| Minister of Police and Internal Security | |
| In office February 2021 – January 15, 2026 | |
| Prime Minister | James Marape |
| Succeeded by | John Pundari |
| Personal details | |
| Citizenship | Papua New Guinea |
Peter Tsiamalili Jnr. is a Papua New Guinean businessman and politician who currently serves as the Minister of Works and Highways since January 2026 after being acting minister in July 2025.[1][2] A former governor elect for Bougainville,[3] he previously was the Minister for Police and Internal Security alongside a member of the Regional Seat of Bougainville.[4][5] He served from February 2021 to January 2026.[6]
Political career
Peter was first elected in the 10th Parliament of Papua New Guinea after an election. In February 2021, he was elected as the Minister of Police and Internal Security.[7][8] In May 2021, he was elected as the Vice Minister on Bougainville Matters, where he assisted the Prime Minister.[9] Following the death of Solan Mirisim, a cabinet reshuffle elected him as the Minister of Works and Highways in January 2026.[2] A ceremony was held later in the month.[10][11] He was succeeded by John Pundari.[12]
Foreign relations
Peter attended the 31st Australia-Papua New Guinea Ministerial Forum Communiqué.[13]
References
- ^ "PM Marape Appoints Police Minister Tsiamalili Jr. as Acting ICT Minister During Masiu's Medical Leave". Retrieved 2026-01-21.
- ^ a b Kuku, Rebecca (2026-01-20). "Marape reshuffles cabinet. Tsiamalili reassigned to Works and Highways ministry as Sir John takes over Police ministry". Retrieved 2026-01-21.
- ^ "Tsiamalili Jnr declared governor-elect for Bougainville". 2026-01-20. Retrieved 2026-01-21.
- ^ "Hon. Peter Tsiamalili Jr". AspirePNG. Retrieved 2026-01-21.
- ^ "Members of the National Parliament". abg.gov.pg. Retrieved 2026-01-21.
- ^ "Former top sports administrator wins Bougainville regional seat". RNZ. 2021-02-09. Retrieved 2026-01-21.
- ^ "Tsiamalili jr is Minister for Police". 2026-01-23. Retrieved 2026-01-23.
- ^ "Minister's Message". Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary. 2022-11-10. Retrieved 2026-01-23.
- ^ "Hon. Peter Tsiamalili Jnr - Tenth Parliament of Papua New Guinea". www.parliament.gov.pg. Archived from the original on 2023-11-09. Retrieved 2026-01-23.
- ^ Olua, ATHURSON (2026-01-23). "Minister Tsiamalili, welcomed, dedicated, to lead Works and Highways in 'year of reset' -". Retrieved 2026-01-23.
- ^ National, The (2026-01-23). "Department welcomes Tsiamalili | The National". Retrieved 2026-01-23.
- ^ "SIR PUNDARI IS NEW POLICE MINISTER IN LATEST CABINET RESHUFFLE". PNG Haus Bung. Retrieved 2026-01-23.
- ^ "31st Australia-Papua New Guinea Ministerial Forum Communiqué". Minister of Foreign Affairs. 2025-10-20. Retrieved 2026-01-21.