In brief: Papua New Guinea confirms six new cases of COVID-19 and other business stories

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Papua New Guinea’s COVID-19 cases on the rise, Twinza Oil commences negotiations on Pasca-A, and K135 million for agriculture. The business news you need to kickstart your week.

People moves: KPHL, PNG Air, Geopacific Resources

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Kumul Petroleum Holdings Ltd (KPHL) announces a new Chairman of the Board, PNG Air welcomes a Company Secretary and Geopacific Resources appoints a CEO.

Boardroom briefing: Tahiti experiment could lead the way, COVID-19 an opportunity for tourism, and leadership in lockdown

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French Polynesia trials online arrivals system, time for a tourism re-think, and managing your bacon wars. Readings from around the world on business, leadership and management.

In brief: tariffs, fees and levies hurting agriculture and other business stories

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NBPOL claims tariffs, fees and levies are hurting agriculture, SMEs to benefit from government’s stimulus and government owes over K1 billion to businesses. The business news you need to kickstart your week.

Barrick initiates international proceedings over Porgera

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In its latest step to maintain its position as operator of the Porgera gold mine, Barrick (Niugini) is taking its dispute with Papua New Guinea to the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes.

Boardroom briefing: podcasting, trade finance and blockchain strategy

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Podcasting gets serious, WEF says developing countries need better access to trade finance, and blockchain strategy receives scepticism. Readings from around the world on business, leadership and management.

People moves: Oil Search

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Oil Search announces top-tier changes.

Papua New Guinea tax rates

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Papua New Guinea tax rates at a glance, including corporate tax, withholding tax, and goods and services tax. Provided by KPMG’s Port Moresby office.

Mergers and acquisitions in Papua New Guinea

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A guide to mergers and acquisitions in Papua New Guinea, including related commercial and tax issues. Provided by KPMG’s Port Moresby office.

Tax clearance requirements for Papua New Guinea

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A guide to tax clearance requirements in Papua New Guinea, including for the payment of dividends, loan repayments and capital transfers. Provided by KPMG’s Port Moresby office.