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Multilateral development institutions in Papua New Guinea

11 Aug 2020 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

An overview of multilateral financial institutions with active programs in Papua New Guinea, including the IMF, World Bank, International Monetary Fund and Asian Development Bank.
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In brief: Papua New Guinea and Australia sign economic partnership agreement and other business stories

10 Aug 2020 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

Papua New Guinea and Australia sign economic partnership agreement, seafood venture for New Ireland, and K200 million for SMEs still on its way. The business news you need to kickstart your week.
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COVID-19 hits Papua New Guinea’s mining sector

10 Aug 2020 by Paul Chai Leave a Comment

COVID-19 has reached Papua New Guinea's mining sector, with its two major mines announcing cases. Meanwhile, new measures are being introduced in response to the growing numbers of infections.
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K4.96 billion Australian fund starts to invest in Papua New Guinea infrastructure

6 Aug 2020 by Paul Chai 4 Comments

At a time when private sector investment is stalling, the A$2 billion [K4.96 billion] Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific is ramping up and targeting projects that will help drive Papua New Guinea's economy.
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Staking his claim: Kumul Minerals Holdings’ Peter Graham talks exclusively about the mining entity’s future

5 Aug 2020 by Business Advantage PNG 9 Comments

Peter Graham, Chairman of Papua New Guinea's state-owned mining company Kumul Minerals Holdings, talks extensively about its plans for the future.
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Taxing time: Papua New Guinea needs to address ‘volatile revenue’, says ADB

5 Aug 2020 by David James Leave a Comment

Papua New Guinea has a ‘tax mobilisation challenge’ if it is to deal with the financial challenges resulting from the COVID-19 crisis, according to a new Asian Development Bank report.
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Boardroom briefing: female-owned MSMEs hit by pandemic, raising the roof in Canberra, and retail investors take Wall Street on a wild ride

5 Aug 2020 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

COVID-19 hits women-owned MSMEs hard, high jinx at the PNG High commission, and retail investor rollercoaster in the US. Readings from around the world on business, leadership and management.
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People moves: Geopacific Resources, POMCCI, Newcrest, Coastal Shipowners Association

5 Aug 2020 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

Geopacific Resources elects a Non-Executive Director, the Port Moresby Chamber of Commerce and Industry (POMCCI) announces its Board composition for 2020 – 2021, Newcrest mining appoints a new Company Secretary.
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Foreign investment in Papua New Guinea falls as Minister flags new laws

3 Aug 2020 by David James 6 Comments

Foreign direct investment into Papua New Guinea dropped in the first quarter of 2020, according to Investment Promotion Authority figures. Meanwhile, business expresses concern over proposed changes to PNG's investment laws.
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In brief: Nadzab Airport redevelopment project officially launched and other business stories

3 Aug 2020 by Business Advantage PNG Leave a Comment

Nadzab airport set to get a major facelift, PNG Ports says only three ports are profitable, and SIM card registration deadline extended. The business news you need to kickstart your week.
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Economic update: Will 2025 be Papua New Guinea’s golden year?

Business leaders are not quite ready to call it, but there are promising signs as Papua New Guinea celebrates its 50th anniversary … [Read More...]

Industry update: Papua New Guinea’s mining and gas project pipeline starts to flow

After a decade focused on existing minerals and hydrocarbons production, Papua New Guinea is gearing up for an anticipated wave of … [Read More...]

Exclusive: Barrick CEO Mark Bristow’s vision for Porgera gold mine

In this exclusive interview with Business Advantage PNG, Barrick Gold’s President and Chief Executive Mark Bristow talks about the … [Read More...]

Report from the 2024 Papua New Guinea Investment Conference

This week's 2024 Business Advantage PNG Investment conference saw top speakers from across the business sector and government come … [Read More...]

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Multilateral development institutions in Papua New Guinea

In brief: Papua New Guinea and Australia sign economic partnership agreement and other business stories

COVID-19 hits Papua New Guinea’s mining sector

K4.96 billion Australian fund starts to invest in Papua New Guinea infrastructure

Staking his claim: Kumul Minerals Holdings’ Peter Graham talks exclusively about the mining entity’s future

Taxing time: Papua New Guinea needs to address ‘volatile revenue’, says ADB

Boardroom briefing: female-owned MSMEs hit by pandemic, raising the roof in Canberra, and retail investors take Wall Street on a wild ride

People moves: Geopacific Resources, POMCCI, Newcrest, Coastal Shipowners Association

Foreign investment in Papua New Guinea falls as Minister flags new laws

In brief: Nadzab Airport redevelopment project officially launched and other business stories

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Economic update: Will 2025 be Papua New Guinea’s golden year?

Industry update: Papua New Guinea’s mining and gas project pipeline starts to flow

Exclusive: Barrick CEO Mark Bristow’s vision for Porgera gold mine

Report from the 2024 Papua New Guinea Investment Conference

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