In brief: Call for Papua New Guinea government and industry to weather low commodity prices, and other business stories

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Oil Search leader says PNG ‘well placed’ to manage low commodity price regime, Ok Tedi expected to be profitable, and BSP reports 5 per cent profit increase. Your weekly digest of the latest business news. PNG is well placed to weather the current low world oil price environment, but the Government and industry need to […]

‘Worst period may be over’ in Papua New Guinea, says bank report

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In spite of a ‘challenging’ 2015 and tough market conditions, the latest Bank South Pacific analysis suggests that the ‘worst period may be over’ in Papua New Guinea. However, it is cautious about the prospects for the government’s planned US$1 billion ‘circuit breaker’ sovereign bond issue.

Papua New Guinea lenders welcome registry of personal assets

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The creation of a registry of personal assets to be used as loan security will boost the small business sector, according to Moses Liu, the Managing Director of the National Development Bank.

What’s on the agenda for Papua New Guinea business in 2016?

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As Papua New Guinea business gets back to work for a new year, Business Advantage PNG looks ahead to consider what 2016 may bring.

Relief in sight for Papua New Guinea businesses wanting foreign exchange, says BSP CEO

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There is some relief ahead for businesses struggling to access foreign exchange, according to the CEO of the country’s biggest bank, BSP. Robin Fleming says investment in the mining and petroleum sector and a new Sovereign Bond are the keys to boosting foreign exchange inflows.

In brief: BSP to finance PNG Ports’ new facilities at Motukea Island, and other business stories

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PNG Ports secures ‘landmark transaction’ with BSP for Motukea Island facilities, impact of kina’s exchange rate over-valuation analysed, and Harmony Gold confirms Kili Teke copper-gold discovery. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.

In brief: Mining resumes at the Porgera gold mine following partial closure, and other business stories

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Suspension of operations at Porgera mine lifted after 16 days, consumers to wait for imported vegetables, and Woodside reiterates ‘fairness’ of Oil Search takeover offer. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.

Papua New Guinea business sees light at the end of the tunnel

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In spite of the talk about an economic slowdown in 2016, Papua New Guinea’s capital, Port Moresby, is a city where plenty is still happening as 2015 comes to a close. Business Advantage International’s Andrew Wilkins reflects on recent discussions with Papua New Guinea business leaders.

In brief: PM to launch construction phase of Pacific Marine Industrial Zone project, and other business stories

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Pacific Marine Industrial Zone construction to start this month, personnel emoluments overruns costing PNG millions, and Newcrest Mining delivers profit. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.

In brief: Treasurer says Papua New Guinea government showing responsible fiscal management, and other business stories

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Treasurer Patrick Pruaitch denies Budget blowout, Kumul Petroleum to evaluate methanol plant and small rise in inbound tourism. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.