In brief: Pacific nations decline signing economic and security deal with China & other news

Pacific nations, including Papua New Guinea, have declined signing a deal with China, Papua New Guinea Customs expects losses of K200 million and Ihu SEZ commences second phase and gathers interest from several countries. The business news your need.
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In brief: new information system to help drive rural electrification in Papua New Guinea and other stories

New data-driven system to help rural areas get electricity, coffee producer strikes international deal, and Port Moresby’s airport to get new baggage screening system. The news you need today. Mining A new five-year agreement between Ok Tedi Mining Limited (OTML) and the Allied Workers Union was signed last week. The agreement between both parties guarantees […]
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Latest Central Bank figures indicate Papua New Guinea’s economy is rebounding

Recently released data from Papua New Guinea's central bank indicates the country's economy bounced back significantly in the September 2021 quarter on the back of a massive increase in export receipts due to higher commodity prices. While private sector employment and sales also rose, the bank warns inflation is also on the march.
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In brief: Landowners and the ABG agree to reopen Panguna and other business stories

The Panguna Mine Landowner Clan Chiefs and the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) agree to create a new entity to redevelop the Panguna mine, Telstra's acquisition of Digicel PNG on track, and Papua New Guinea launches its National Employment Policy. The business news you need today.
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In brief: New gas-fired power plant for Hela and other business stories

Plans for a new gas-fired power plant in Hela, Digicel rejects tower sharing, and the IPA signs a memorandum of understanding with the Immigration and Citizenship Authority. The business news you need today.
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