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Autonomous Bougainville Government likely to take up extra shares in BCL, says Momis

27 Jul 2016 by Leave a Comment
The Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) says it is likely to put exploration licences out to international tender as a first step towards restarting the K177 billion Panguna gold and copper mine. Governor John Momis tells Business Advantage PNG he expects the ABG to take up Rio Tinto’s offer of shares, claiming that the national government should pass on the shares it was given by Rio to the ABG.
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In brief: InterOil sale may raise competition issues and other business stories

27 Jul 2016 by 1 Comment
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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A weaker kina may make sovereign bond raising less risky, says economist

27 Jul 2016 by 4 Comments
The Papua New Guinea authorities should allow the currency to fall to its market level to make foreign bond raisings less risky says economist Rohan Fox. He tells Business Advantage PNG that domestic banks are reaching the limits of their capacity to take on government debt, which is increasing the pressure to raise capital internationally.
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The battle for InterOil: what’s in it for Papua New Guinea?

20 Jul 2016 by Leave a Comment
Next week, the Papua New Guinea-focused gas explorer InterOil may well have a new owner, after its shareholders consider rival offers from Oil Search and ExxonMobil. Business Advantage PNG considers the implications for PNG's second gas project, Papua LNG and the wider economy.
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In brief: New 30-day visa a boost for Papua New Guinea tourism, and other business stories

20 Jul 2016 by Leave a Comment
Australians can now obtain a 30-day visa on arrival, Botten says Elk-Antelope could need at least two new LNG trains, and Treasurer confident cash flow enough for health, education and infrastructure spending. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
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Signs of recovery: a monthly review of commodity prices and financial markets

20 Jul 2016 by Leave a Comment
Despite short-term weaknesses, oil and gold prices are up over the year so far. Gas prices, although only half their 2014 peak, may be finding a floor while coffee prices are strong. Meanwhile, domestic equities have moved sideways, while some Australian miners have surged. Business Advantage PNG’s monthly overview of commodity and financial markets.
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In brief: Petroleum Minister says Bougainville President should ‘carefully consider’ offer of free equity in BCL, and other business stories

13 Jul 2016 by Leave a Comment
John Momis told to 'carefully consider' equity offer from Rio Tinto, ExxonMobil declines to confirm or deny InterOil bid, and Supreme Court orders parliamentary vote on no confidence motion. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
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