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War, Energy Crises and Cheaper Oil Options: Hungarian Presidential visit to Papua New Guinea

Is there more to Hungarian Presidential visit to Papua New Guinea (PNG) than the meets the eye? This is the question we ask after analyzing local media reports on state

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NEWS & ANALYSIS

PNG Customs Services Implements Tax Relief Measures on Consumer Goods

Papua New Guineans struggling with high inflation and the rising cost of basic goods may find some relief thanks to new tax measures introduced by the Marape-Rosso government. The 2024

Technology

PNG Government Threatens to Shut Down Social Media

The government of PNG is threatening to shut down social media in the country citing widespread abuse. Minister responsible, Timothy Masiu issued a stern warning in a statement saying “We

LNG carrier Papua arrives in Port Moresby for first PNG LNG cargo. Photo Credit: PNG Facts

Geopolitics

Geopolitics, Unrest & Oil: Geopolitical Tensions and Unrest May Lead to Rising Oil Prices

The world is heating up, not just in temperature but also in geopolitical tensions. In recent weeks, global focus shifted to Ecuador, Papua New Guinea (PNG), and Yemen, each facing

A staff of PNG Dept of ICT speaking during PNG Innovation Summit: Photo Credit: PNG Dept of ICT

Technology

An Objective Look Into Papua New Guinea’s Digital Transformation Process

The hype in Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) digital transformation process is the knife waiting to chop it down. PNG’s digital transformation process has been tested time and again, with the

Allan Bird, Governor of East Sepik Province and PNG Prime Minister Candidate; Photo Credit: PNG Loop

Leadership

Allan Birds New Deal. PNG Prime Minister Candidate Allan Bird Calls for New Deal

Hours after being appointed as a candidate for Prime Minister, the radical East Sepik governor Allan Bird is calling for a ‘New Deal’. Just like sitting Prime Minister James Marape’s

PNG Representatives during UN Cybercrime Conference

Technology

PNG Representative Atten UN Cybercrime Conference

The rapid expansion of internet access and mobile technology in PNG and the Pacific has led to increased connectivity but also opened doors for cybercriminals to exploit digital weaknesses. Cybercrime,

Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape. Photo: ABC Australia

Geopolitics

Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Marape Addresses Australian Parliament

Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea (PNG), James Marape, has become the first Pacific Island leader to address the Australian parliament, as confirmed by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The

James Marape, Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea. Photo Credit: Asia Pacific Reports

Leadership

Businesses in Papua New Guinea Brace for Political Turmoil

Papua New Guinea’s Marape-led government faces a no-confidence vote, brewing uncertainty for businesses. Investors anxiously await the outcome, possibly delaying critical decisions that could impact the economy. Politics in PNG

Nusa Island Retreat in Kavieng, New Ireland Provinces, Papua New Guinea: Photo: Trip Advisor

Finance

From K67 Million Loss to K400 Million Gain: PNG Tourism Stages a 600% Turnaround from 2020-2023

Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) tourism industry has shown signs of a strong comeback in 2023, despite significant losses incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. While visitor numbers remain below pre-pandemic levels,

Barrick Gold Faces Uncertainty Over Confiscated Gold in Mali, Operations in Papua New Guinea Unaffected

Bamako, Mali – Barrick Gold Corp., one of the world’s largest gold producers, is grappling with uncertainty following the seizure…

Resources

Mayur Resources Raise K265 Million to Fund its Central Cement and Lime Project in Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby- Mayur Resources has raised K265 million (A$100.1 million) to fund its Central cement and lime project in Papua…

Leadership

The Democracy Dilemma: How 97.8% Can Vote for Independence and Still Not Get It

The Numbers Don’t Lie—But the System Doesn’t Care This analysis examines the constitutional, political, and democratic tensions surrounding Bougainville’s independence…

The CEO Series

Vodafone Kiribati CEO Kamlesh Sharma’s Push for a Connected Kiribati

In Kiribati, connectivity is more than a convenience. It is a necessity that shapes how people learn, work, communicate, and…

Finance

BSP’s K1 Billion Question: Can PNG’s Biggest Bank Finance The Next Wave Of Pacific Growth?

Can PNG’s biggest bank, the BSP Financial Group Limited (BSP) finance the next wave of Pacific growth? That is the…

The CEO Series

Kedi Ilimbit and the Long Game at Ok Tedi

Kedi Ilimbit is now at the centre of one of Papua New Guinea’s most important companies, and his rise says…

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War, Energy Crises and Cheaper Oil Options: Hungarian Presidential visit to Papua New Guinea

PNG Customs Services Implements Tax Relief Measures on Consumer Goods

PNG Government Threatens to Shut Down Social Media

Geopolitics, Unrest & Oil: Geopolitical Tensions and Unrest May Lead to Rising Oil Prices

An Objective Look Into Papua New Guinea’s Digital Transformation Process

Allan Birds New Deal. PNG Prime Minister Candidate Allan Bird Calls for New Deal

PNG Representative Atten UN Cybercrime Conference

Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Marape Addresses Australian Parliament

Businesses in Papua New Guinea Brace for Political Turmoil

From K67 Million Loss to K400 Million Gain: PNG Tourism Stages a 600% Turnaround from 2020-2023

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Barrick Gold Faces Uncertainty Over Confiscated Gold in Mali, Operations in Papua New Guinea Unaffected

Mayur Resources Raise K265 Million to Fund its Central Cement and Lime Project in Papua New Guinea

The Democracy Dilemma: How 97.8% Can Vote for Independence and Still Not Get It

Vodafone Kiribati CEO Kamlesh Sharma’s Push for a Connected Kiribati

BSP’s K1 Billion Question: Can PNG’s Biggest Bank Finance The Next Wave Of Pacific Growth?

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