Papua New Guinea’s Independent Consumer and Competition Commission is set for a busy few months, as the country looks set for a higher-than-usual level of mergers-and-acquisitions activity. Beyond M&A, there are other developments for investors to look forward to as well.
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Editorial: Mergers and acquisitions activity in Papua New Guinea set to increase
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2 Jul 2025 by Leave a Comment
New initiative paves the way for more Papua New Guinean women to work in trades
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17 Jun 2025 by Leave a Comment
Eighteen leading Papua New Guinean businesses have signed up to an initiative led by the International Finance Corporation to provide opportunities for women in traditionally male-dominated jobs, as Business Advantage PNG reports.
Five questions with economist Chris Richardson, keynote speaker at the 2025 PNG Investment Conference
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17 Jun 2025 by 1 Comment
With tariffs, military conflict and geopolitics at play, it’s already been an extraordinary year for the global economy. We speak with eminent economist Chris Richardson, who will be keynote speaker at this year’s PNG Investment Conference in August, for his views on what it all means for business.
Kina Bank CEO’s six keys to digital innovation
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7 May 2025 by Leave a Comment
Ivan Vidovich, recently-appointed CEO of Kina Bank, speaks about the financial institution’s digital innovation strategy at the recent Innovation PNG 2025 conference in Port Moresby.
Editorial: Tariffs cast shadow over encouraging local indicators
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24 Apr 2025 by Leave a Comment
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.
Investing in Papua New Guinea: five things to watch in 2025
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16 Apr 2025 by 1 Comment
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.
Steamships Hospitality CEO on new strategy at Marriott apartments, revamp of properties across PNG [video]
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15 Apr 2025 by Leave a Comment
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
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15 Apr 2025 by Leave a Comment
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.
Kumul Minerals MD on Wafi-Golpu, Porgera and regional consolidation [video]
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7 Apr 2025 by Leave a Comment
Sarimu Kanu, Managing Director at Kumul Minerals Holdings, speaks with Business Advantage PNG about negotiations over the Wafi-Golpu copper-gold project, the latest developments at the Porgera and Ok Tedi mines, and plans to consolidate stranded gold assets.
Innovation PNG Awards winners announced
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28 Mar 2025 by Leave a Comment
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.
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