The Papua New Guinea Chamber of Resources & Energy (PNG CORE) is pleased to announce a suite of events occurring in July to celebrate the vital role the resources sector has played in developing PNG or for 50 years.
Under the theme “Building PNG for 50 Years,” the month-long celebration will be anchored by the PNG Resources Golden Exhibition, a three-week event running from July 7 to 25 at APEC House. The Expo will serve as a central feature of the nation’s PNG@50 Independence celebrations, showcasing the legacy, impact, and future of PNG’s mining, petroleum, and energy industries.
From July 7 to 31, PNG CORE will host the following high-impact events, including:
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- Supply Development Seminar
- Career Fair
- PNG Resources Week Charity Golf Challenge
- CANCONEX (Community and Networking Conference & Exhibition)
- Industry Recognition Awards
- PNG Resources Summit
- Resources Summit Dinner and
- Legacy Awards
These events will bring together local and international stakeholders, community leaders, and industry experts to foster dialogue, inspire youth, and promote sustainable, inclusive growth.
The Golden Expo and Exhibition will honor the transformative contributions of the resources sector, including:
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- Investments in health, education, and local enterprise
- Job creation and technical skills transfer
- National revenue and foreign exchange support
The Expo provides a platform for transparency, community engagement, and showcasing corporate social responsibility and sustainability efforts.
Looking ahead, the Expo and associated events will spotlight:
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- New frontiers in exploration with environmental safeguards
- Inclusive opportunities for women and youth
- Local innovation and resilience in a changing global landscape
“This is more than a calendar of events—it is a strategic platform to educate, engage, and elevate national appreciation of the resource sector’s value to PNG,” said Mrs. Pansy Taueni-Sialis, Chief Operating Officer of PNG CORE.
“As we reflect on our past, we also set our sights on the next 50 years of growth, innovation, and opportunity.”
