Kate Webster journeys to the Papua New Guinea’s Duke of York Islands to experience life in a homestay.
Papua New Guinea’s 2024 National Budget: what’s in it for business?
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30 Nov 2023 by Leave a Comment
An eight per cent increase in government spending and a five percent real GDP growth rate are two of the key predictions Papua New Guinea’s 2024 National Budget, announced by Treasurer Ian Ling-Stuckey in Parliament this week. So, what’s in the budget for business?
Upswing in import substitution despite tough trading conditions: Manufacturers Council head
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30 Nov 2023 by 1 Comment
Why has manufacturing in Papua New Guinea picked up in recent years? Business Advantage PNG speaks with Murray Woo, Chairman of the Manufacturers Council of PNG, to find out, and learn more about the challenges still facing the sector.
Whatever the size of your organisation, your brand matters
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29 Nov 2023 by 1 Comment
International branding expert Sergio Brodsky told delegates at the recent Innovation PNG 2023 conference why their organisation’s brand matters – and there’s a lot more to it than just your logo.
Review: Bakeology Cafe and Bakery, Port Moresby
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29 Nov 2023 by Leave a Comment
Tucked between the trees at the Shady Rest Hotel in Port Moresby is the hotel’s newest dining spot, Bakeology Cafe & Bakery. Mary Tao samples its wares.
Major digitisation announcements at Innovation PNG
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16 Nov 2023 by Leave a Comment
Last week’s 2023 Innovation PNG conference showcased some of Papua New Guinea’s best and brightest. It also featured the announcement of some significant new initiatives to stimulate the digitisation of the country’s economy.
Awards shine a light on Papua New Guinea’s innovators
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13 Nov 2023 by Leave a Comment
A food delivery service, a banking service for remote users and a new government portal for MSMEs were the big winners at the 2023 Innovation PNG Awards, announced last week.
Review: Hilton Hotel and Residences, Port Moresby
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7 Nov 2023 by 1 Comment
PNG’s capital is well equipped for business travellers. The Hilton, close to Parliament Haus and with its new, fully-equipped residences, hotel rooms and on-site convention centre, is an ideal work base.
Innovation PNG: Four questions for Martha Nion-Tefuarani – Head of Kinatech Strategy & Business Engagement at Kina Bank
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6 Nov 2023 by Leave a Comment
How does Kina Bank, one of Papua New Guinea’s major banks, approach innovation and change? We caught up with Martha Martha Nion-Tefuarani, Head of Kinatech Strategy & Business Engagement.
Decarbonisation: what’s the business opportunity and how does PNG get involved?
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25 Oct 2023 by Leave a Comment
The decarbonisation of the global economy is going to create the greatest investment opportunity of our lifetime, according to KPMG’s Global Oil and Gas Lead, Jonathan Parker. But how do companies prepare, and what role does government have in making it happen?
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