Sir Julius Chan the oldest PNG national politician celebrates his birthday

 The New Ireland Provincial Government reports that Sir Julius Chan and his l brother Michael have celebrated birthdays together.

Governor Sir Julius Chan’s 85th birthday celebrations were held along with his brother Michael Chan's 77th birthday celebrations yesterday (Sunday 25th August), witnessed by family and friends in Brisbane, Australia.

The birthday of Sir J falls on August 29th, but was celebrated a few days earlier with his brother's 77th birthday.

 In his enthusing words to his younger brother, Governor Sir J praised Michael for his success in proficiency running the modernized coastal shipping services with 11 ships throughout the New Guinea Islands.

 Louisa Schnaubelt, Sir J and Michael’s elder sister, also joined the family celebrations.

The event was well attended by family and friends, who condemn the overnight doomsayers and wish Governor Sir J good health and happiness.

Sir J comments “Just like a dream of me rising from the grave, it must be very disheartening for those who wish me dead."

NIPG Media Unit