Benefits and Detriments of Papua New Guinea's LNG Project

Finally, the Papua New Guinea LNG project is given the thumbs up to proceed with it's operations. That means Papua New Guinea will be procuring enormous benefits as a result of this project if all things flow smoothly as planned.

Nevertheless; Tiri Kuimbakul on the other hand, looks at some of the detriments that this mammoth LNG project will possibly bring to Papua New Guineans; especially to people along the areas where the LNG project will be established. Mr. Kuimbakul looks at some of the implications as a aftermath of the people's irresponsible behaviors toward improper planning and executing using the benefits to achieve one's goals after the LNG Project expires.

Santos Ltd chief executive officer David Knox (left), Oil Search Ltd managing director Peter Botten and Prime Minister Sir Michael Somare toasting the announcement of the final investment decision on the PNG LNG project at the State Function Room at Parliament House yesterday.– Nationalpic by AURI EVA

"I am skeptical about the benefits of the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project being widely spread throughout the country. If we could not do it during the mining boom of the 1980's, what guarantee is there that this time it will be different?

The same people who were in charge of the country's resources purse are at the helm of government, bureaucracy and business. It's going to be "every man for himself", as has been the experience not only here in Papua New Guinea but everywhere else in the developing world.

My prediction is that the majority of Papua New Guineans will be worse off in terms of quality of life. They may have and handle a lot of cash, but this will not translate into better living standards or a stronger society.

I see families (the basic unit of society) breaking up as men without necessary financial skills come into a lot of money (hundreds of thousands and even millions) the kind of which they have never seen in their lives. I see them squandering their money on women, alcohol and gambling - in Moresby, Hagen, Lae, Cairns, Brisbane.

I see children in the project areas refusing to go to school or skipping classes. Why crack your head studying when money is readily available?

I see constant squabbling and friction between families in the project areas as people, driven by greed and selfishness, attempt to get a larger piece of the cake than everyone else.

I even see churches closing their doors as people stop coming. Why go to church when there are better and more enjoyable things to do?

I could go on and on but I think readers get my point.

Without possession of strong ethical and moral principles, more money means more trouble".

You can read more details on the above article under "The Papua New Guinea LNG Project: A Financial Tsunami?" on Mr. Kuimbakul's blog by clicking here.

Benefits and Detriments of Papua New Guinea's LNG Project

Finally, the Papua New Guinea LNG project is given the thumbs up to proceed with it's operations. That means Papua New Guinea will be procuring enormous benefits as a result of this project if all things flow smoothly as planned.

Nevertheless; Tiri Kuimbakul on the other hand, looks at some of the detriments that this mammoth LNG project will possibly bring to Papua New Guineans; especially to people along the areas where the LNG project will be established. Mr. Kuimbakul looks at some of the implications as a aftermath of the people's irresponsible behaviors toward improper planning and executing using the benefits to achieve one's goals after the LNG Project expires.

Santos Ltd chief executive officer David Knox (left), Oil Search Ltd managing director Peter Botten and Prime Minister Sir Michael Somare toasting the announcement of the final investment decision on the PNG LNG project at the State Function Room at Parliament House yesterday.– Nationalpic by AURI EVA

"I am skeptical about the benefits of the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project being widely spread throughout the country. If we could not do it during the mining boom of the 1980's, what guarantee is there that this time it will be different?

The same people who were in charge of the country's resources purse are at the helm of government, bureaucracy and business. It's going to be "every man for himself", as has been the experience not only here in Papua New Guinea but everywhere else in the developing world.

My prediction is that the majority of Papua New Guineans will be worse off in terms of quality of life. They may have and handle a lot of cash, but this will not translate into better living standards or a stronger society.

I see families (the basic unit of society) breaking up as men without necessary financial skills come into a lot of money (hundreds of thousands and even millions) the kind of which they have never seen in their lives. I see them squandering their money on women, alcohol and gambling - in Moresby, Hagen, Lae, Cairns, Brisbane.

I see children in the project areas refusing to go to school or skipping classes. Why crack your head studying when money is readily available?

I see constant squabbling and friction between families in the project areas as people, driven by greed and selfishness, attempt to get a larger piece of the cake than everyone else.

I even see churches closing their doors as people stop coming. Why go to church when there are better and more enjoyable things to do?

I could go on and on but I think readers get my point.

Without possession of strong ethical and moral principles, more money means more trouble".

You can read more details on the above article under "The Papua New Guinea LNG Project: A Financial Tsunami?" on Mr. Kuimbakul's blog by clicking here.

Benefits and Detriments of Papua New Guinea's LNG Project

Finally, the Papua New Guinea LNG project is given the thumbs up to proceed with it's operations. That means Papua New Guinea will be procuring enormous benefits as a result of this project if all things flow smoothly as planned.

Nevertheless; Tiri Kuimbakul on the other hand, looks at some of the detriments that this mammoth LNG project will possibly bring to Papua New Guineans; especially to people along the areas where the LNG project will be established. Mr. Kuimbakul looks at some of the implications as a aftermath of the people's irresponsible behaviors toward improper planning and executing using the benefits to achieve one's goals after the LNG Project expires.

Santos Ltd chief executive officer David Knox (left), Oil Search Ltd managing director Peter Botten and Prime Minister Sir Michael Somare toasting the announcement of the final investment decision on the PNG LNG project at the State Function Room at Parliament House yesterday.– Nationalpic by AURI EVA

"I am skeptical about the benefits of the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project being widely spread throughout the country. If we could not do it during the mining boom of the 1980's, what guarantee is there that this time it will be different?

The same people who were in charge of the country's resources purse are at the helm of government, bureaucracy and business. It's going to be "every man for himself", as has been the experience not only here in Papua New Guinea but everywhere else in the developing world.

My prediction is that the majority of Papua New Guineans will be worse off in terms of quality of life. They may have and handle a lot of cash, but this will not translate into better living standards or a stronger society.

I see families (the basic unit of society) breaking up as men without necessary financial skills come into a lot of money (hundreds of thousands and even millions) the kind of which they have never seen in their lives. I see them squandering their money on women, alcohol and gambling - in Moresby, Hagen, Lae, Cairns, Brisbane.

I see children in the project areas refusing to go to school or skipping classes. Why crack your head studying when money is readily available?

I see constant squabbling and friction between families in the project areas as people, driven by greed and selfishness, attempt to get a larger piece of the cake than everyone else.

I even see churches closing their doors as people stop coming. Why go to church when there are better and more enjoyable things to do?

I could go on and on but I think readers get my point.

Without possession of strong ethical and moral principles, more money means more trouble".

You can read more details on the above article under "The Papua New Guinea LNG Project: A Financial Tsunami?" on Mr. Kuimbakul's blog by clicking here.

Any Good in This News?

Third Sunday of Advent

He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire - Luke 3:16

Winnowing, burning, fleeing, and name-calling: where is the good news? This passage from Luke ends a bit abruptly: "So, with many other exhortations, he proclaimed the good news to the people." Where is the good news in today's gospel message from John the Baptist?

The word "gospel" literally means "good news" and is used to describe the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John - those books that describe the life and ministry of Christ. "Gospel" is also used to describe the reading each week that comes from one of these fours books, and today's excerpt from Luke is our good news for this day. So where is the good in this news?

John the Baptist has earned his reputation for fiery and provocative preaching partly because of his startling address to those who came to be baptized: " You brood of vipers!" Comparing one's own congregation - those who came to hear him preach and be baptized! - to a hissing and writhing mess to poisonous snakes probably doesn't earn too many fans.

John continues to antagonize by even dismissing the entitlement claims of those who have been born into a faith community. And so we ask with the crowds that day, "What then should we do?"

Here is the good news, here is the gospel: we are all snakes, we are all children of Abraham, our lives both wheat and chaff. John's words strip away all pride and self-righteousness while simultaneously promising inclusion and salvation beyond anything this world can offer.

While we self-defensively curl up and hide among the shadows, fleeing in terror at any tremor or perceived earthly danger, the promise of the gospel redirects us: "Be fruits worthy of repentance." John has caught our attention, not to insult but to inspire our Advent preparations. For the Messiah draws near, baptizing with the Holy Spirit and fire. This is truly good news.

Any Good in This News?

Third Sunday of Advent

He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire - Luke 3:16

Winnowing, burning, fleeing, and name-calling: where is the good news? This passage from Luke ends a bit abruptly: "So, with many other exhortations, he proclaimed the good news to the people." Where is the good news in today's gospel message from John the Baptist?

The word "gospel" literally means "good news" and is used to describe the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John - those books that describe the life and ministry of Christ. "Gospel" is also used to describe the reading each week that comes from one of these fours books, and today's excerpt from Luke is our good news for this day. So where is the good in this news?

John the Baptist has earned his reputation for fiery and provocative preaching partly because of his startling address to those who came to be baptized: " You brood of vipers!" Comparing one's own congregation - those who came to hear him preach and be baptized! - to a hissing and writhing mess to poisonous snakes probably doesn't earn too many fans.

John continues to antagonize by even dismissing the entitlement claims of those who have been born into a faith community. And so we ask with the crowds that day, "What then should we do?"

Here is the good news, here is the gospel: we are all snakes, we are all children of Abraham, our lives both wheat and chaff. John's words strip away all pride and self-righteousness while simultaneously promising inclusion and salvation beyond anything this world can offer.

While we self-defensively curl up and hide among the shadows, fleeing in terror at any tremor or perceived earthly danger, the promise of the gospel redirects us: "Be fruits worthy of repentance." John has caught our attention, not to insult but to inspire our Advent preparations. For the Messiah draws near, baptizing with the Holy Spirit and fire. This is truly good news.

Any Good in This News?

Third Sunday of Advent

He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire - Luke 3:16

Winnowing, burning, fleeing, and name-calling: where is the good news? This passage from Luke ends a bit abruptly: "So, with many other exhortations, he proclaimed the good news to the people." Where is the good news in today's gospel message from John the Baptist?

The word "gospel" literally means "good news" and is used to describe the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John - those books that describe the life and ministry of Christ. "Gospel" is also used to describe the reading each week that comes from one of these fours books, and today's excerpt from Luke is our good news for this day. So where is the good in this news?

John the Baptist has earned his reputation for fiery and provocative preaching partly because of his startling address to those who came to be baptized: " You brood of vipers!" Comparing one's own congregation - those who came to hear him preach and be baptized! - to a hissing and writhing mess to poisonous snakes probably doesn't earn too many fans.

John continues to antagonize by even dismissing the entitlement claims of those who have been born into a faith community. And so we ask with the crowds that day, "What then should we do?"

Here is the good news, here is the gospel: we are all snakes, we are all children of Abraham, our lives both wheat and chaff. John's words strip away all pride and self-righteousness while simultaneously promising inclusion and salvation beyond anything this world can offer.

While we self-defensively curl up and hide among the shadows, fleeing in terror at any tremor or perceived earthly danger, the promise of the gospel redirects us: "Be fruits worthy of repentance." John has caught our attention, not to insult but to inspire our Advent preparations. For the Messiah draws near, baptizing with the Holy Spirit and fire. This is truly good news.