Sheila Harou had been acting in the position since August 2016. The swearing in of Ipambonj, a long-serving public official, has not yet taken place.
The Lae Chamber of Commerce and Industry thanked Harou for her contributions within the province and for serving the business community -- and wished Ipambonj success in the new post.
"We look forward to continuing the great work of the PA Office and LCCI in fostering strong plans and positive outcomes for business and the people of Morobe," the LCCI said.
