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In brief: Papua New Guinea and Australia sign economic partnership agreement and other business stories

10 Aug 2020 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

Papua New Guinea and Australia sign economic partnership agreement, seafood venture for New Ireland, and K200 million for SMEs still on its way. The business news you need to kickstart your week.
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COVID-19 hits Papua New Guinea’s mining sector

10 Aug 2020 by Paul Chai Leave a Comment

COVID-19 has reached Papua New Guinea's mining sector, with its two major mines announcing cases. Meanwhile, new measures are being introduced in response to the growing numbers of infections.
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Foreign investment in Papua New Guinea falls as Minister flags new laws

3 Aug 2020 by David James 6 Comments

Foreign direct investment into Papua New Guinea dropped in the first quarter of 2020, according to Investment Promotion Authority figures. Meanwhile, business expresses concern over proposed changes to PNG's investment laws.
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In brief: Nadzab Airport redevelopment project officially launched and other business stories

3 Aug 2020 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

Nadzab airport set to get a major facelift, PNG Ports says only three ports are profitable, and SIM card registration deadline extended. The business news you need to kickstart your week.
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Port Moresby in lockdown: Papua New Guinean capital acts to halt spread of COVID-19

29 Jul 2020 by Paul Chai 2 Comments

Port Moresby will be closed for two weeks in a bid to stop community transmission after highest number of daily infections.
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Boardroom briefing: micro-credentials, economic theories need a reboot, and remote working in paradise

29 Jul 2020 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

A look at 'micro-credentials', what economic theory is going to get us out of this mess and, and one tropical island gets creative in its search for visitors. Readings from around the world on business, leadership and management.
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In brief: Oil Search planning strategic review and other business stories

27 Jul 2020 by Business Advantage PNG 1 Comment

Oil Search to undergo a strategic review, Newcrest remains positive about Wafi-Golpu and public consultation on internet pricing. The news you need to kickstart your week.
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COVID-19 second wave in Papua New Guinea: what you need to know

27 Jul 2020 by David James Leave a Comment

The number of Papua New Guinea’s COVID-19 cases has increased to over 60. In response, the country’s COVID-19 Pandemic Response Controller, David Manning, has issued new control measures in an effort to prevent further spread.
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The great unknown: survey suggests uncertainty the biggest threat to Papua New Guinean businesses

22 Jul 2020 by David James Leave a Comment

Over two-thirds of Papua New Guinean businesses have experienced a 'very negative' impact from the COVID-19 crisis, according to a recent survey. Uncertainty over the duration of the crisis is considered to be the greatest challenge.
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Boardroom briefing: Tahiti experiment could lead the way, COVID-19 an opportunity for tourism, and leadership in lockdown

15 Jul 2020 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

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.
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Four questions with Chris Riddell, keynote speaker at 2024 PNG Investment Conference
Chris Riddell, renowned futurist and former Chief Digital Officer at Mars, tells Business Advantage PNG why the chaos of our modern world presents an excellent opportunity for business leaders. Business Advantage PNG (BAPNG): What are the key things business leaders tell you they are worried about as far as the future is concerned? Chris Riddell […]
Registrations are open 2024 Papua New Guinea Investment Conference
Registrations are now officially open for the 2024 Business Advantage Papua New Guinea Investment Conference. The conference will take place in Brisbane, 12 and 13 August, at the premium Plaza Auditorium at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane. On Day 1 the futurist Chris Riddell, former Chief Digital Officer at Mars will deliver the keynote address. On Day 2 Matt Dri, Secretary, Cyber […]
Papua New Guinea’s premier business magazine to publish a special mining and energy edition
With a strong decade on the horizon for mining and energy in Papua New Guinea, Business Advantage PNG is set to publish its first special edition devoted solely to these sectors. As PNG’s resources sector gears up for an anticipated decade or more of new investment, with an estimated US$50 billion pipeline of projects lined […]

Coronavirus and PNG

In brief: Papua New Guinea and Australia sign economic partnership agreement and other business stories

COVID-19 hits Papua New Guinea’s mining sector

Foreign investment in Papua New Guinea falls as Minister flags new laws

In brief: Nadzab Airport redevelopment project officially launched and other business stories

Port Moresby in lockdown: Papua New Guinean capital acts to halt spread of COVID-19

Boardroom briefing: micro-credentials, economic theories need a reboot, and remote working in paradise

In brief: Oil Search planning strategic review and other business stories

COVID-19 second wave in Papua New Guinea: what you need to know

The great unknown: survey suggests uncertainty the biggest threat to Papua New Guinean businesses

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

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Report from the 2024 Papua New Guinea Investment Conference

Australia’s new Pacific Engagement Visa an ‘opportunity’ for PNG businesses

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