What are the two main goals of the Unomb in Bougainville?
Following the UN Political Office in Bougainville (UNPOB) established in 1998, and the subsequent Observer Mission for Bougainville (UNOMB) facilitated and monitored the three key tenets of the BPA: (1) autonomy, (2) weapons disposal and (3) referendum.
When exactly did the signing of the Bougainville Peace Agreement take place?
The Bougainville Peace Agreement is a joint creation of the Government of Papua New Guinea and Bougainville leaders, signed on 30 August, 2001, in Arawa. It was heralded as a world class peace document.
When did ceasefire Agreement in Bougainville?
The parties agreed to a cessation of military hostilities on February 25, 1990, and the ceasefire went into effect on March 2, 1990. Post-Conflict Phase (March 3, 1990-August 14, 1994): Francis Ona and the Bougainville Interim Government (BIG) proclaimed Bougainville’s independence from PNG on May 17, 1990.
When was the outbreak of Bougainville crisis?
Bougainville conflict
| Date | 1 December 1988 – 20 April 1998 |
|---|---|
| Location | Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Sea |
| Result | Military stalemate Bougainville Peace Agreement Establishment of the Autonomous Bougainville Government |
What was the Sandline crisis?
The Sandline affair was a political scandal that became one of the defining moments in the history of Papua New Guinea, and particularly the conflict in Bougainville. It brought down the government of Sir Julius Chan, and took Papua New Guinea to the verge of a military revolt.
What year was Bougainville given 1st provincial government?
Legislation to establish a Bougainville Reconciliation Government failed to win approval in the PNG Parliament. A Bougainville provincial government of the same status as the other eighteen provinces of Papua New Guinea, with John Momis as Governor, was established in January 1999.
Which province is Bill Skate from?
Bill Skate
| The Honourable Sir Bill Skate KCMG | |
|---|---|
| Born | William Jack Skate26 September 1953 Papua New Guinea |
| Died | 3 January 2006 (aged 52) Brisbane, Australia |
| Political party | People’s National Congress Party |
| Spouse(s) | Lady Rarua Skate |