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Tourism is on the rise in Papua New Guinea

6 Sep 2019 by Lisa Smyth 2 Comments

Papua New Guinea might be ‘under-touristed’, but if numbers continue to increase it won’t be that way for long, and that’s great news for the economy. Lisa Smyth reports.
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The Papua New Guinean startup helping PNG Power reach new customers

4 Sep 2019 by David James 2 Comments

A Papua New Guinean entrepreneur developed an app to sell power on the streets and partnered with the state-owned energy company PNG Power. His product is helping the community have better access to electricity.
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Analysis: How the Papua LNG project should improve PNG’s financial imbalances

4 Sep 2019 by David James Leave a Comment

The go-ahead for the US$10 billion Papua LNG project is likely to do much to alleviate some of the financial imbalances in the PNG economy, including the lack of availability of foreign exchange and the weakness of the currency. David James investigates.
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How Papua New Guinea’s public debt has changed since 1990

29 Aug 2019 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

Watch how public debt has grown in Papua New Guinea since 1990, based on central bank statistics.
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Investment conference puts Papua New Guinea on the agenda

21 Aug 2019 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

The two-day 2019 Business Advantage Papua New Guinea Investment Conference concluded yesterday in Sydney and is being hailed as a success. We report from the annual event.
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The intensifying debate over the future of Papua New Guinea’s mining industry

19 Aug 2019 by David James Leave a Comment

The mining industry needs government help to solve an exploration crisis, according to industry representatives. But government bodies are saying there needs to be a better sharing of the rewards in the national interest. Business Advantage PNG looks at the contrasting views of the industry and the state.
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Reasons why superannuation is critical to building a strong organisational culture in Papua New Guinea

19 Aug 2019 by David James Leave a Comment

Six Papua New Guinean companies discuss the benefits of superannuation contributions and share with Business Advantage PNG why it can help companies reduce attendance problems and increase loyalty through super.
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Frozen fries the start of an ambitious import substitution plan for Papua New Guinea

14 Aug 2019 by Kevin McQuillan Leave a Comment

A brand-new factory in the Highlands has begun processing locally grown potatoes. This is part of an ambitious import substitution plan that could provide thousands of jobs, cut the price of frozen foods and save valuable foreign currency.
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Mayur Resources pursuing diverse projects in Papua New Guinea

12 Aug 2019 by Sarah Byrne Leave a Comment

Mayur Resources, a diversified mineral exploration and energy company, continues to pursue three very different projects in Papua New Guinea. In this exclusive interview, Managing Director Paul Mulder outlines the company's progress.
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Caroline Tiriman: Papua New Guinea’s runaway broadcaster

9 Aug 2019 by Kevin McQuillan 1 Comment

Caroline Tiriman, one of the most recognised voices in the Pacific, is retiring after more than 40 years behind the microphone. Kevin McQuillan reports.
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Industry update: Papua New Guinea’s mining and gas project pipeline starts to flow

After a decade focused on existing minerals and hydrocarbons production, Papua New Guinea is gearing up for an anticipated wave of … [Read More...]

Exclusive: Barrick CEO Mark Bristow’s vision for Porgera gold mine

In this exclusive interview with Business Advantage PNG, Barrick Gold’s President and Chief Executive Mark Bristow talks about the … [Read More...]

Report from the 2024 Papua New Guinea Investment Conference

This week's 2024 Business Advantage PNG Investment conference saw top speakers from across the business sector and government come … [Read More...]

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

Australia launched its inaugural Pacific Engagement Visa ballot on 3 June, with Papua New Guinea receiving the largest allocation. … [Read More...]

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 […]