Queen Elizabeth II, represented locally by Governor General Sir Silas Atopare since 1997. Gained independence in 1975. The official language is English, which is widely used in business and government circles. 240 volts AC, 50Hz. There are no area codes in Papua New Guinea.
Facilities are available in main centres.
Airmail to Europe takes seven to ten days. The most popular daily is Niugini Nius. From time to time these change. UK Europe WorldWide, excl. North America WorldWide, incl.