A court hearing this week (17 May) in Port Moresby will help determine if there is a judicial review of the Bougainville government’s decision to refuse the extension of an exploration licence for the Panguna copper mine. Also that day, a federal court hearing will be asked to rule on the release of documents showing the relationship between dissident landowners and a Perth-based company seeking exploration rights to Panguna.
Court hearings in Port Moresby and Melbourne over future of Bougainville’s Panguna copper mine
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In brief: LNG production resumes earlier than expected, and other business stories
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Production resumes at the LNG plant as more reserves found, BHP Billiton to be sued over alleged environmental damage, and talks with China over a free trade agreement. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
In brief: Details of US$500m Credit Suisse loan to Papua New Guinea revealed, and other business stories
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Treasury Minister outlines details of US$500 million loan deal, World Bank commends 2018 Budget, crucial meeting over the future of BCL’s exploration licence. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
People moves: Bougainville Copper, Westpac, Air Niugini, PNGICSA
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A new chair at Bougainville Copper, Westpac appoints a new Pacific Regional Head, a new Sales Manager for Air Niugini in the New Guinea Islands and a new chief migration officer appointed by the National Executive Council
Key meetings to determine timeline for rebuilding Bougainville’s Panguna copper mine
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Two key events before year’s end are likely to decide the timeline for the rebuilding of the Panguna copper mine on Bougainville Island. The Chairman of Bougainville Copper Limited, Rob Burns also tells Business Advantage PNG two board appointments last month (Oct) is part of the company’s strategic development.
In brief: O’Neill says 2018 Budget will encourage businesses and create jobs, and other business stories
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Prime Minister O’Neill says 2018 will encourage business development and create jobs, IFC identifies niche markets for tourism growth, and Aropa Airport edges towards night flights. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
People moves: Bougainville Copper, Nautilus Minerals, Allens
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New directors at Bougainville Copper and Nautilus, senior appointments at Allens
In brief: Construction phase of Panguna mine to cost US$4-6 billion, and other business stories
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Bougainville Copper Ltd says Panguna mine could be operational by 2025-26, Foreign exchange injection this week, and Tolukuma gold mine may restart by year’s end. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
People moves: Bank South Pacific, Bougainville Copper
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A new Director at BSP, Senior appointments at Bougainville Copper
In brief: Incoming Treasurer to announce a 100-day economic plan, and other business stories
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Treasurer Charles Abel wants to restore confidence in the economy, election unrest in Mt Hagen may cost businesses K50 million, and BCL board meets in Bougainville. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.
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