In brief: Papua New Guinea and Japan strengthen ties and other business stories

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Papua New Guinea and Japan sign a Statement of Intent, PNG launches a National Energy Policy and potential changes to the way Kumul Petroleum Holdings and Kumul Mineral Holdings operate. The business news you need to kickstart your week.

In brief: Wafi-Golpu negotiations to resume and other business stories

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PNG’s Prime Minister green-lights Wafi-Golpu negotiations, Twinza’s Pasca A project is next on the government’s list and Vision City Mega Mall announces rent assistance for businesses. The business news you need to kickstart your week.

Coastal shipping bottoming out, says Bismark CEO Jamie Sharp

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The downturn in the Papua New Guinea economy has put pressure on the shipping sector. But Jamie Sharp, Chief Executive of coastal shipping company Bismark Maritime tells Business Advantage International that the market is flattening out.

Bismark breaks through in Papua New Guinea’s shipping market

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Growth, both domestically and internationally, is on the cards for Bismark Maritime as the Papua New Guinea shipping sector delivers opportunities for additional players. CEO Jamie Sharp tells Business Advantage PNG of the company’s plans.