A shift in the resources industry is expected, with demand for more “exotic” minerals increasing. But Justin Smirk, Senior Economist at Westpac Institutional Bank tells Business Advantage PNG that industry players must apply a long-term and holistic approach to reap the benefits.
Shift in demand for ‘exotic’ minerals resources could provide opportunities for Papua New Guinea
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In brief: Philippines company to operate Motukea and Lae ports, and other business stories
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Philippines port operator wins 25-year contract to run key ports, Westpac MD outlines reasons for foreign currency backlog, and domestic gas clause to be part of new LNG projects. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
Singapore emerging as a regional option for Papua New Guinea companies
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Businesses in Papua New Guinea seeking to establish a presence in the Asian region are increasingly looking at Singapore as a stepping-stone to expand their market reach or increase their shareholder base. There is also growing interest from Singapore-based businesses looking at the PNG market.
People moves: Kina Securities, Kumul Petroleum Holdings
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A new CEO for Kina Securities after Syd Yates decides to retire, Kumul Petroleum Holdings appoints head of new energy business unit.
Time for ‘new blood’ at Kina Securities with CEO Yates to step down
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Syd Yates, Chief Executive of Kina Securities, has announced that he will relinquish the role next month after 20 years with the company, with Westpac’s Greg Pawson joining the company. Yates tells Business Advantage PNG he believes it is time for new blood.
In brief: BSP proposed ASX listing postponed, and other business stories
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Bank South Pacific postpones its proposed listing on the ASX, Asian Development Bank Director predicts growth to rise in 2018, and K20 million to help fight coffee borer. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
Electronic banking will revolutionise Papua New Guinea, says Westpac’s Pacific chief
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The advent of electronic banking in Papua New Guinea has the potential to significantly modernise and expand the country’s financial system Greg Pawson, General Manager of Westpac Pacific tells Business Advantage PNG.
In brief: Agriculture Minister calls for annual 10% Budget investment in sector and other business stories
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Tomscoll says government must invest in agriculture if the economy is to survive, government waiting for Chinese funding of PMIZ a year after launch, and O’Neill discusses closer ties with Thailand. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
People moves: Westpac, University of Goroka, International Olympic Committee
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Westpac appoints a new Managing Director for PNG, a new Vice-Chancellor at the University of Goroka, and PNG woman elected to the International Olympic Committee
In brief: InterOil sale may raise competition issues and other business stories
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Competition Commission concerned about possible monopoly in gas sector, O’Neill to issue statement on government shareholding in BCL and ANZ Bank CEO says there may be a need for a Supplementary Budget. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
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