Is James Marape A-List?
NoB
No — James Marape is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
2007D$0.05M
Elected to Parliament
Enters national politics.
2012C▲$0.2M+$0.15000000000000002M
Minister of Finance
Marape appointed as Minister of Finance.
2019B▲$0.5M+$0.3M
Becomes Prime Minister
Marape ascends to Prime Ministership.
2022B$0.7M+$0.19999999999999996M
Wins General Elections
His party gains power in general election.
2024B$0.9M+$0.20000000000000007M
Focus on National Resources
Emphasis on national resource development.
2026B$1M+$0.09999999999999998M
Continues as Prime Minister
Remains Prime Minister, focusing on Papua New Guinea's development.
Last updated: February 25, 2026