Economy/Investment

Chinese business delegation in Papua New Guinea to examine investment opportunities

Thirty-six executives from major Chinese energy, forestry, fisheries, tourism and construction businesses are in PNG this week to look for investment and development opportunities. Pacific Trade Commissioner David Morris is leading the delegation. This week’s trip to PNG reflects ‘very strong’ Chinese interest in supporting infrastructure development and in PNG’s capacity to supply China with goods […]
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Chief Trade Adviser refutes claim that PACER Plus is a threat to Papua New Guinea manufacturing

The regional PACER Plus trade agreement will not pose a threat to Papua New Guinea’s manufacturing sector, but could rejuvenate it, according to Edwini Kessie, Chief Trade Adviser of the Pacific Island Countries, who spoke with Business Advantage PNG.
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Papua New Guinea business sees light at the end of the tunnel

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.
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Reaction to Papua New Guinea’s 2016 Budget: necessary cuts but still some challenges, say experts

The Papua New Guinea Government has made tough decisions in its 2016 Budget to avoid a cash and macroeconomic crisis. Business Advantage PNG talks to some experts on how the budget measured up to expectations, and what is still needed.
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Foreign exchange controls affect Papua New Guinea business as ANZ calls for changes to kina trading range

As Papua New Guinea's business community continues to face foreign exchange shortages, ANZ Bank has called for a relaxation of the enforced trading band for the kina. Meanwhile, analysts say the kina is facing further downward pressure from the US dollar.
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