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National Banking Corporation chair shares roadmap to public listing
State-owned National Banking Corporation (NBC) secured a commercial banking licence in December 2024. In this exclusive interview, Chairman Darrell Seeto shares his plans to get the bank to profitability and a listing on Papua New Guinea’s stock exchange.
Innovation PNG Awards winners announced
The winners of Papua New Guinea’s major awards for innovation were announced at a special Gala Dinner on 27 March, on the eve of the 2025 Innovation PNG Conference and Expo at the Stanley Hotel, Port Moresby.
Interviews
Steamships Hospitality CEO on new strategy at Marriott apartments, revamp of properties across PNG [video]
Alan Christie, Chief Executive Officer of Steamships Hospitality, speaks with Business Advantage PNG about the group’s change of direction for its Marriott Executive Apartments, and provides an update on refurbishments that are taking place at six properties around PNG, including the historic Grand Papua Hotel.
National Banking Corporation chair shares roadmap to public listing
State-owned National Banking Corporation (NBC) secured a commercial banking licence in December 2024. In this exclusive interview, Chairman Darrell Seeto shares his plans to get the bank to profitability and a listing on Papua New Guinea’s stock exchange.
Editorial
Editorial: tariffs cast shadow over encouraging local indicators
Recent encouraging indicators will reinforce the cautious optimism being felt in Papua New Guinea’s business circles. But international factors – notably the prospect of a prolonged international tariff war – are a reason to remain watchful.
Economy/investment
Investing in Papua New Guinea: five things to watch in 2025
Special economic zones, green finance, privatisations and more: Business Advantage PNG lists five key focus areas to look out for in Papua New Guinea’s investment space this year.
Opinion and analysis
Navigating change: what’s in Papua New Guinea’s new Income Tax Bill 2025?
Papua New Guinea’s new, modern Income Tax Bill 2025 was passed by Parliament on 20 March, although it is yet to be certified into law. Karen McEntee, Partner, Business & Tax Advisory in KPMG’s PNG office, analyses the key reforms.
People moves
People moves: Pacific Palms Property, National Banking Corporation, Kina Bank, New Porgera
A promotion at Pacific Palms Property, a new CEO at National Banking Corporation, Kina Bank welcomes its new Chairman, and a new media manager at New Porgera Ltd.
LIfestyle
Restaurant Review: KuroHaus, Port Moresby
Robert Hamilton-Jones checks out Port Moresby’s newest Japanese eatery.
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Latest News
National Banking Corporation chair shares roadmap to public listing
State-owned National Banking Corporation (NBC) secured a commercial banking licence in December 2024. In this exclusive interview, Chairman Darrell Seeto shares his plans to get the bank to profitability and a listing on Papua New Guinea’s stock exchange.
Innovation PNG Awards winners announced
The winners of Papua New Guinea’s major awards for innovation were announced at a special Gala Dinner on 27 March, on the eve of the 2025 Innovation PNG Conference and Expo at the Stanley Hotel, Port Moresby.
Features
Investing in Papua New Guinea: five things to watch in 2025
Special economic zones, green finance, privatisations and more: Business Advantage PNG lists five key focus areas to look out for in Papua New Guinea’s investment space this year.
Opinion
Navigating change: what’s in Papua New Guinea’s new Income Tax Bill 2025?
Papua New Guinea’s new, modern Income Tax Bill 2025 was passed by Parliament on 20 March, although it is yet to be certified into law. Karen McEntee, Partner, Business & Tax Advisory in KPMG’s PNG office, analyses the key reforms.
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