Papua New Guinea Member of Parliament Gidron Maso Karipe has conveyed his deep sympathy to the families of 27 people who perished at sea off the coast of Kokopo in East New Britain Province. Karipe, representing the Pogera-Paiela electorate, expressed the sorrow of his constituents over the tragic loss of life. The incident occurred in the open waters near New Britain Island. Details surrounding the circumstances of the deaths remain limited, but the loss has deeply affected the community. The MP’s statement underscores the vulnerability of maritime travel in the region. Access to the full report is behind a paywall on the Post Courier website. This tragedy highlights the need for improved maritime safety measures in Papua New Guinea.