family welfare
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Papua New Guinea to Ban Future Polygamous Marriages by 2030 in Consultative Reform Plan
Papua New Guinea is weighing a policy that could end polygamy, framed as a step to strengthen families and protect women and children. A forthcoming policy paper outlines a phased approach—driven by consultations and legislation—with a potential timeline around 2030. The move acknowledges cultural complexity while signaling a path toward greater gender equality.