The Consultative Implementation and Monitoring Council (CIMC) Law and Order Sectoral Committee brought together representatives from across Papua New Guinea to discuss ways of addressing crime, law and order, and wider social issues.

The meeting held today in Port Moresby provided a platform for the public sector, private sector, churches, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and other community representatives to share their views and contribute to solutions to the country's law and order challenges.

Speaking about the Law and Order Sectoral committee's role, Chief Ila Geno explained that it is one of approximately 11 sectoral committees under CIMC, with a specific focus on law and order, crime and related social issues.

Mr. Geno says the committee takes a holistic approach by encouraging different sectors of society to participate in discussions and identify practical ways to respond to these challenges.

"It is fairly representative of the community of Papua New Guinea," Geno said, highlighting the involvement of government agencies, businesses, churches and civil society organisations.

Through this inclusive approach, the committee aims to ensure that different community perspectives are considered when discussing strategies to improve law and order across the country.