Papua New Guinean rugby league star Justin Olam (pictured) has been appointed as a brand ambassador for the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA).
Olam, who plays for Melbourne Storm in the NRL, has an online following of 300,000 and says he is aiming to inspire his fans and followers to travel in PNG.
“Papua New Guinea is my home and I want to help support initiatives that allow the rest
of the world to see our beautiful country,” he says. “Our diverse and rich cultures, our pristine
waters and environment and our wonderful people make for an ideal tourist destination.” The Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Isi Henry Leonard, says Olam will be a great ambassador for the country because of his status as one of the top rugby league players in the world.
"PNG is my home and I want to help support initiatives that allow the rest of the world to see our beautiful country"
The Minister said he was excited that rugby league will be used as a vehicle to promote the country’s tourism.
As part of his role, Olam will travel around PNG and will post online about his experiences.
Source : Paradise Magazine/What's Good Pacific
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