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The Papua New Guinea Chamber of Resources & Energy (PNG CORE) has welcomed the Government’s decision to grant an operator’s licence to Starlink, describing the move as a significant step towards improving nationwide connectivity. PNG CORE president Anthony Smaré said the licensing, issued through the National Information and Communications Technolo...

Prime Minister James Marape has reaffirmed Papua New Guinea’s strategic ties with China, calling for faster progress on the Frieda River mining project while seeking to significantly expand agricultural cooperation through Juncao technology during high-level engagements in Guangzhou. During talks with executives of Guangdong Rising Holdings Group, Mara...

Papua New Guinea has taken a decisive step towards the commercial rollout of Starlink services after a National Court ruling cleared legal barriers, while the sector regulator confirmed it has issued operator licences and senior officials called for coordinated implementation across government. Prime Minister James Marape welcomed the court’s decision,...

TISA Bank and Brian Bell are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to explore and develop financing solutions that support the adoption of green and blue products across Papua New Guinea. The partnership brings together two proudly home-grown PNG institutions with more than 50 years of history, service, and commitment to the ...

Papua New Guinea’s growth outlook is expected to moderate over the next two years as global economic pressures weigh on the region, according to remarks by Asian Development Bank (ADB) country director for PNG, Takafumi Kadono, at the launch of the 2026 Asian Development Outlook (ADO) on April 17 in Port Moresby. Kadono told stakeholders that developin...

A new five-year strategic partnership between state-owned wholesale telecommunications provider PNG DataCo Limited and Gobo All-Girls School of Excellence in Jimi, Jiwaka Province, is set to expand digital infrastructure investment in Papua New Guinea’s education sector, with a focus on improving access, connectivity, and ICT capacity for young women. ...

The Bank of Papua New Guinea (BPNG) marked Kina and Toea Day as part of its annual calendar of activities aimed at raising awareness of the country’s legal tender and its history. This year’s observance on 19 April 2026 also marked the 51st anniversary of the introduction of Papua New Guinea’s currency, the kina and toea, with BPNG launching a year-lon...

Pacific Lime and Cement Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Dirio Gas and Power Company Limited to develop dedicated power infrastructure for its Central Lime and Cement projects in Central Province. The agreement establishes a framework for the potential development of a private 66-kilovolt transmission line and associated subs...

Papua New Guinea has set out an ambitious roadmap to strengthen food security and rural incomes through livestock development, as officials wrapped up senior-level discussions at the 38th session of the Asia-Pacific Regional Conference. Speaking at a special ministerial event focused on small island developing states, Sekie Agisa, minister for livestoc...

Bank South Pacific (BSP) has officially launched its upgraded EFTPoS platform, marking a major milestone in the bank’s ongoing modernisation journey and reinforcing its commitment to transforming payment experiences for customers across the Pacific. The launch of the Verifone EFTPoS system represents more than a year of planning, supported by a clear f...

Prime Minister James Marape has reaffirmed Papua New Guinea’s long-standing partnership with Japan, setting out plans to deepen cooperation in education, trade, clean energy and regional security following high-level talks with Japanese officials. Marape met with Matsuoka Hideaki, Shirouzu Kenichi and Hisanobu Mochizuki, highlighting what he described ...

The Autonomous Bougainville Government has launched its flag carrier, Bougainville Wings Limited, marking a milestone in the region’s aviation sector and broader economic development efforts. President Ishmael Toroama officiated the launch at Buka Airport, describing the initiative as a long-awaited step toward strengthening connectivity and supporting...

Papua New Guinea’s economic growth is forecast to moderate to 3.6% in 2026 and 3.4% in 2027, as external pressures and persistent structural constraints weigh on activity, the Asian Development Bank said. In its Asian Development Outlook April 2026, the Manila-based lender said the outlook reflects spillovers from the Middle East conflict, including hi...

Bank South Pacific (BSP) said Papua New Guinea’s economy remains “reasonably resilient” but warned that rising global and domestic pressures could weigh on growth for the rest of 2026. The bank released its March quarter 2026 Economic and Market Pulse, highlighting increasing uncertainties, including widening fiscal deficits, inflation risks, questions...

BSP Financial Group officially opened its newly upgraded full-service branch in Minj, marking a major step forward in expanding access to modern banking services in Papua New Guinea’s Highlands Region. The Minj opening signals more than just a physical expansion — it represents new opportunities for individuals, families and businesses across Jiwaka Pr...

The National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) have signed a memorandum of agreement to strengthen coordination on key digital transformation initiatives in Papua New Guinea. The agreement sets out a formal framework for collaboration between the two agenci...

The Mineral Resources Development Company (MRDC) has announced a series of executive leadership appointments, including the historic naming of its first female chief risk officer, as the state-backed entity strengthens governance and organisational capacity. The appointments form part of a broader effort to reinforce the company’s leadership structure,...

 Air Niugini recently convened its 2026 National Sales Leaders Conference in Port Moresby, gathering regional sales managers, supervisors and key stakeholders to align strategies for expansion and customer engagement. The two-day conference, held from March 19 to 20 at the Gateway Hotel, carried the theme “Transformation — Stepping Up,” and served as a...