Dame Meg Taylor

Dame Meg Taylor is a prominent Papua New Guinean diplomat and former secretary-general of the Pacific Islands Forum. With a career spanning decades, she has been influential in shaping the relationship between Australia and Papua New Guinea, particularly during the latter's transition to independence. Taylor has also served as private secretary to PNG's founding prime minister, Michael Somare, and is known for her advocacy on issues related to governance, aid effectiveness, and regional security. Recently, she has been in the news for her insights on the implications of a new mutual defense treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea, highlighting the need for a balanced partnership that respects PNG's sovereignty.