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Welcome and Blessing of New Machinery
The Heavy Machinery and Mechanical Division (HMMD) of the Ministry of Line and Phoenix Islands Development (MLPID) hosted a welcome and blessing ceremony for newly acquired machinery generously prov...

Cassidy International Airport Masterplan Consultation
A joint team from the Australian High Commission in Tarawa and the Ministry of Information, Communications and Transport (MICT) convened a stakeholder consultation to review the draft Masterplan for...

Groundbreaking of new clinic for te Nii-Itikai community.
On September 19th, the Ministry of Line and Phoenix Islands Development (MLPID) proudly marked the groundbreaking of a new community clinic in Tabwakea village, set to serve the families of te Nii-I...

Kiritimati Residents Trained to Operate New Fire Trucks
A joint team comprising three representatives from the Office of the President and two personnel from the South Australia Country Fire Service conducted a training program in Ronton last week. The ini...
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New temporary landfill in Kiritimati
A ground breaking was successfully completed today at Tabwakea to signify the beginning of works on a new temporary landfill for Kiritimati island. The landfill is a project led by the Ministry of E...

VIP Lounge Upgrades – Phase 1 Progress
The MLPID is pleased to announce the commencement of the Airport VIP Lounge Upgrade Project, a strategic infrastructure initiative designed to enhance visitor experience and promote climate-consciou...

MOU Signing between MFOR, MLPID and Nei Baneawa CS
The Ministry of Line and Phoenix Islands Development (MLPID), in collaboration with the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources (MFOR), proudly announces the establishment of the Nei Baneawa Coopera...
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Two new fire-truck arrived in Kiritimati Islands
Strengthening Safety: Fire Trucks Arrive on Kiritimati Island! The successful arrival of two fire trucks on Kiritimati Island marks a major milestone in advancing community safety and resilience. This...
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Community Hygiene Promoters in Christmas Island lodge
Community Hygiene Promoters from all four wards completed a powerful training on sanitation & hygiene, equipping them with the skills to drive healthier practices in their communities.
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Kiribati’s $60M infrastructure project to boost trade, tourism
The $60 million Kiribati Kiritimati Infrastructure Project (KKIP), funded by the World Bank, is a key initiative aimed at enhancing the transport infrastructure on Kiritimati. The project’s main goals...
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World Bank Supports Kiribati in Transforming Kiritimati Island into New Center of Growth
TARAWA, 12 February, 2025 – The World Bank has recently approved a new USD 110 million (AUD 175 million) grant to boost sustainable economic development of Kiritimati Island in Kiribati.
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European Union to support the development of a new multipurpose seaport on Kiritimati Island
The European Investment Bank (EIB Global) and the Delegation of the European Union to the Pacific have signed a €2.5 million (AUD 4.1 million) contribution agreement to provide technical assistance fo...
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CONTACT US
Ministry of Line and Phoenix Islands
Development (MLPID)
MLPID HQ, Kiritimati :
Ph: +(686)75381211, 75381214, 75381218
Linnix Agency, Tarawa:
Ph: +(686)75022853, 75022856
For enquire: registry@mlpid.gov.ki