The Consultative Implementation and Monitoring Council (CIMC) will host its annual flagship event, the 2026 National Development Forum, Dr. Momis Hall, Somare Institute of Leadership and Governance(SILAG) at Waigani campus, Port Moresby, from September 8, and September 9 to  September 10, 2026.

To mark Papua New Guinea’s landmark 50th Anniversary of Independence and to reflect upon and honour forefather’s legacy and strengthening existing pathways for beneficial national outcomes, this year’s forum is themed: “Unpacking the Reset@50 Agenda – What Must We Do Better in the Next 50 Years”.

The three-day event will bring together leaders from national and subnational governments, churches, civil society, the private sector, academia, development partners, women, youth, and community groups. As a critical platform for constructive policy dialogue, the forum aims to strengthen policy communication, promote shared understanding, and drive transparency and accountability in development planning and service delivery.

As the culmination of the 2026 Public Development Forum series, this national event will conclude the public development forum series for 2026. The four Regional Development Forums were held between March and June 2026 in Kokopo, Madang, Mt. Hagen, and Popondetta.

A core highlight of the forum will be the presentation and debate of fifteen consolidated national recommendations, shaped directly by citizens at the regional level to address national priorities and guide both provincial and national leadership.

The forums serve as a critical citizen-driven accountability platform following the country’s 50th independence milestone.