Wohengu reappointed Foreign Affairs Secretary

Elias Wohengu has been reappointed as Secretary for the Department of Foreign Affairs for a second term.

Foreign Affairs Minister Justin Tkatchenko announced that the National Executive Council approved Mr Wohengu’s reappointment to serve another four years, starting May 17, 2026.

Minister Tkatchenko said the reappointment shows the government’s confidence in Mr Wohengu’s leadership and experience.

Since taking office in 2022, Mr Wohengu has helped strengthen Papua New Guinea’s relations with key partners and supported important bilateral agreements. The Minister said his leadership has also helped improve the work of PNG’s overseas missions.

“Mr Wohengu’s experience has been instrumental in our recent diplomatic successes. His reappointment reflects the Government’s trust in his leadership,” Mr Tkatchenko said.

The Minister said the next four years will be important for PNG’s foreign policy, and continuity in leadership will help maintain progress.

Mr Tkatchenko also extended his best wishes to Mr Wohengu as he prepares to begin his new term in May.