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Provincial Profile
Mostly tropical and humid
Mountaineous, valleys, rivers and lakes
OUR PROVINCE
West New Britain Province is located in the southwestern part of Papua New Guinea. It covers an area of approximately 20,387 square kilometers and is known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse ecosystems. The province consists of the mainland portion and several surrounding islands, including the major ones of New Britain and the Duke of York Islands.OUR CULTURE
West New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea, is home to a rich cultural tapestry with distinct linguistic and cultural groups. Some of the key cultural groups in the province include Bakovi, Nakanai, Kove, Bialla, Arowe, Kaulong, Lolo and Kaliai and Tolai Influenced Cultures.Provincial Government
West New Britain is a province of Papua New Guinea on the islands of New Britain. The provincial capital is Kimbe. The area of the province is 20,387 km² with a population of 264,264 as of the 2011 census. The province’s only land border is with East New Britain.
The Province has vast potential in agriculture, livestock, fresh produce, forestry, fisheries, tourism, geothermal energy as well as upcoming mining prospects. The Province is the leading palm oil producer in the country.
