SOMARE DEFIANT
Somare:Losing grip with reality In Papua New Guinea Sir Michael Somare is refusing to relinquish a claim to the Prime Ministership despite the seeming unassaible position of his rival. PNG's governor-general has met Peter O'Neill and his supporters, prompting speculation the leadership crisis is closer to being resolved. In Parliament, Mr O'Neill announced that last week's suspension of Governor-General, Sir Michael Ogio had been lifted. The speaker, Geoffrey Nape said Sir Michael Ogio had written a letter apologising for swearing at ministers loyal to the former prime minister, Sir Michael Somare last week. Mr O'Neill and his supporters travelled to Government House on Monday afternoon to meet with the head of state. A box of champagne was also taken inside. Mr O'Neill said the meeting was a courtesy call to reconcile with the governor-general. Observers say Mr O'Neill has the support of a large number of the public, as well as the parliament. But Si