Papua New Guinea's government has approved a billion kina (287-million US dollar) facility to generate economic development in Bougainville over 10 years.
The announcement was made by PNG prime minister James Marape whose cabinet made an historic visit to Bougainville this week.
During the visit, the PNG and Bougainville governments were briefed on progress towards the autonomous region's upcoming independence referendum.
Johnny Blades reports.
PNG prime minister James Marape meets members of the Bougainville House of Representatives in Buka, 11 September 2019. Photo: PNG PM Media
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