MRDC Lawyers Represent Papua New Guinea at 38th LAWASIA Conference

Two legal officers from the Mineral Resources Development Company (MRDC) were part of the national delegation representing Papua New Guinea at the 38th Law Association for Asia and the Pacific (LAWASIA) Conference, held recently in Hanoi, Vietnam.

The MRDC lawyers Jerome Sesega and Alphonse Ayako joined Mr. Hubert Namani, President of the Papua New Guinea Law Society, and Mr. Tauvasa Tanuvasa, Secretary of the Law Society, in representing the country’s legal fraternity at this prestigious international forum.

The LAWASIA is a distinguished regional body comprising legal professionals, judges, and legal institutions from over 40 jurisdictions, including Papua New Guinea, Australia, Japan, India, Malaysia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada. The annual conference serves as a premier platform for legal dialogue, professional development, and cross-border collaboration.

MRDC Managing Director, Mr. Augustine Mano said MRDC was honored to support its legal officers in representing both the organisation and the country at this high-level event.

“MRDC is committed to investing in the professional growth of our people. Participation in global legal forums such as LAWASIA ensures our legal team remains informed and equipped to address complex legal matters, particularly in areas such as Indigenous Rights and Alternative Dispute Resolution, which are central to MRDC’s mandate. This exposure strengthens our ability to deliver world-class legal services to our landowner beneficiaries.”

Reflecting on the experience, Mr. Jerome Sesega shared, “It was a privilege to represent MRDC and Papua New Guinea at such a prestigious event. I am grateful to be part of an organisation that values global engagement and professional excellence. For many delegates, it was their first time meeting a Papua New Guinean lawyer, and I was proud to represent our country and the MRDC brand with confidence.”