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What does the 2023 PNG 100 CEO Survey tell us about business confidence in Papua New Guinea? [analysis]
The results of the 2023 PNG 100 CEO Survey, Papua New Guinea’s annual business confidence survey, have been released. Westpac’s Senior Economist, Justin Smirk, draws on 12 years of survey results to highlight the changes in business conditions and the issues faced by business.
Papua New Guinea’s war for talent
Papua New Guinean employers are bracing for a fierce battle to attract and retain skilled workers.
Five questions for Jon Philp, Australian High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea
One of Papua New Guinea’s major trading partners, Australia has continued to increase its support for the country’s economic development, especially in infrastructure. Business Advantage PNG asks Jon Philp, Australia’s High Commissioner to PNG, about the intent of Australia’s aid program in PNG and its priorities.
Exclusive: Kerenga Kua on Papua New Guinea’s planned petroleum and gas reforms
Papua New Guinea is planning to move to a production sharing regime for petroleum and gas by the middle of the decade. Business Advantage PNG caught up with Minister for Petroleum Kerenga Kua, to better understand why the reforms are happening, and what industry can expect.
Massive Kainantu mine expansion reaches next phase: K92 CEO
With a ten-year extension to its mining lease secured, K92 Mining is moving to the next phase of its project to transform the Kainantu mine. Business Advantage PNG spoke with CEO John Lewins about the vision to create a world-class gold mine.
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In brief: Kumul Petroleum signs deal to build fabrication facility and other business stories
Kumul Petroleum signs deal to build fabrication facility, Nasfund announces net profit and feasibility study for the Mongi hydroelectric project. Your business news in summary.

CEO Survey reveals the outlook for Papua New Guinea business in 2023
The Business Advantage PNG/Westpac PNG 100 CEO Survey has asked the CEOs of Papua New Guinea’s largest companies for their profit, investment and recruitment expectations for 2023. It also asked them to name the top impediments facing their businesses. Here are the results.
Interviews

Five questions for Jon Philp, Australian High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea
One of Papua New Guinea’s major trading partners, Australia has continued to increase its support for the country’s economic development, especially in infrastructure. Business Advantage PNG asks Jon Philp, Australia’s High Commissioner to PNG, about the intent of Australia’s aid program in PNG and its priorities.
Economy/investment

Regulatory overhaul to turbocharge capital market growth in Papua New Guinea
Proposed amendments to the laws governing Papua New Guinea’s capital markets aim to open up the market to more ways of raising capital and strengthen governance in the sector.
Mining & petroleum
Opinion and analysis

What does the 2023 PNG 100 CEO Survey tell us about business confidence in Papua New Guinea? [analysis]
The results of the 2023 PNG 100 CEO Survey, Papua New Guinea’s annual business confidence survey, have been released. Westpac’s Senior Economist, Justin Smirk, draws on 12 years of survey results to highlight the changes in business conditions and the issues faced by business.
People moves

People moves: BSP, Digicel Pacific, Ok Tedi
BSP Financial Group welcomes new Chair, Ok Tedi Mining names Acting Chief Executive and Digicel Pacific announces new CEO for Digicel Samoa.
LIfestyle

Executive class: up and coming Papua New Guineans [part 6]
An Emergency Physician at Hela Provincial Authority, Arabella Koliwan is another up-and-coming Papua New Guinean who is helping to change the way women are perceived in the medical profession and opening door for other generations of PNG women.
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In brief: Kumul Petroleum signs deal to build fabrication facility and other business stories
14 Mar 2023 By Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment
Kumul Petroleum signs deal to build fabrication facility, Nasfund announces net profit and feasibility study for the Mongi hydroelectric project. Your business news in summary.

CEO Survey reveals the outlook for Papua New Guinea business in 2023
14 Mar 2023 By Mark Story Leave a Comment
The Business Advantage PNG/Westpac PNG 100 CEO Survey has asked the CEOs of Papua New Guinea’s largest companies for their profit, investment and recruitment expectations for 2023. It also asked them to name the top impediments facing their businesses. Here are the results.
Features

What does the 2023 PNG 100 CEO Survey tell us about business confidence in Papua New Guinea? [analysis]
14 Mar 2023 By Justin Smirk
The results of the 2023 PNG 100 CEO Survey, Papua New Guinea’s annual business confidence survey, have been released. Westpac’s Senior Economist, Justin Smirk, draws on 12 years of survey results to highlight the changes in business conditions and the issues faced by business.
Opinion

What does the 2023 PNG 100 CEO Survey tell us about business confidence in Papua New Guinea? [analysis]
14 Mar 2023 By Justin Smirk
The results of the 2023 PNG 100 CEO Survey, Papua New Guinea’s annual business confidence survey, have been released. Westpac’s Senior Economist, Justin Smirk, draws on 12 years of survey results to highlight the changes in business conditions and the issues faced by business.
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