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Smartphone use to surge in Papua New Guinea, says Vodafone CEO

Pradeep Lal, CEO of Vodafone Papua New Guinea, speaks to Business Advantage PNG about the challenges of establishing a robust nationwide network, and the massive opportunity ahead, as surging data use in the country encourages more customers to switch to smartphones.
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Forex, debt and governance: the IMF assesses Papua New Guinea’s progress

A year ago, the International Monetary Fund commenced a program in Papua New Guinea, focused on improving government debt, foreign exchange shortages and governance. Business Advantage PNG sits down with the IMF's Resident Representative in PNG, Sohrab Rafiq, to discuss progress on these three critical issues.
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Papua New Guinea faces higher fuel prices as shortages continue

Fuel buyers in Papua New Guinea have been warned to expect higher prices as the government negotiates with global suppliers to end shortages in the local market related to the winding back of Puma Energy's operations in the country. Meanwhile, short-term solutions are being put in place.
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‘Cautiously optimistic’: BSP CEO sees improved conditions as Papua New Guinea’s resources projects ramp up

How does Papua New Guinea's largest bank see the outlook for business this year? In this exclusive interview with Business Advantage PNG, BSP Financial Group's CEO Mark Robinson assesses the trends, risks and opportunities, and how factors such as foreign exchange and a devaluing kina will play a part.
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