On August 11, the WeChat public account of the Chinese Embassy in Papua New Guinea reported that, according to media reports, in the early hours of August 9th, police, the Immigration Bureau, and the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum carried out a joint law enforcement operation in the Kopauni area of Bougainville Autonomous Region. They seized 30 Chinese citizens suspected of illegal gold mining at an illegal mining site.
The Chinese Embassy in Papua New Guinea once again solemnly reminds Chinese citizens and institutions in Papua New Guinea to strictly abide by local laws and regulations. They must not engage in illegal gold mining or gold smuggling activities, to avoid potential safety risks and financial losses. In case of emergencies, it is necessary to report to the authorities immediately and contact the Chinese Embassy in Papua New Guinea for assistance.
Contact Information:
Papua New Guinea Emergency Assistance Phone: Police: 112
Fire: 110
Emergency: 111
2. Ministry of Foreign Affairs Global Consular Protection and Service Emergency Hotline (24 hours):
+86-10-12308
+86-10-65612308
3. Consular assistance and support for embassies in Papua New Guinea: +675-73616048
China Embassy in Papua New Guinea
August 11, 2026
