New resources projects moving forward, Prime Minister Marape tells resources industry, Fortescue’s CEO visits the Purari hydropower project and the ADB welcomes changes to Kumul Consolidated Holdings legislation. The business news you need today.
In brief: new resources projects moving forward Prime Minister Marape tells resources industry and other business stories
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In brief: Due diligence starts on Santos/Search merger
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Santos and Oil Search potential merger advances, Twinza Oil wants Pandora gas fields license announced before the Pasca A agreement, and funding for Pacific fisheries. PNG business news in brief.
In brief: ICCC says changes to electricity supply industry may affect Papua New Guinea’s electricity access goals
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The ICCC Commissioner issues warning about ‘complete chaos’ with the National Electricity Authority Act, Treasurer gives hope to potential overseas workers, and Nasfund opens a service centre in Maprik. The business news you need today.
People moves: Kokoda Track Foundation, KTHL, NCSL, Save the Children Australia, World Bank
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The Kokoda Track Foundation names new Director, Kumul Telikom Holdings Ltd (KTHL) announces changes, Nasfund Contributors Savings and Loan Society welcomes a Chief Operating Officer, Save the Children Australia announces Pacific representative and the World Bank to welcome new Country Economist.
In brief: BSP refutes allegations of breaches to anti-money laundering laws and other business stories
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BSP Financial Group Limited responds to accusations, Air Niugini temporarily suspends flights to Cairns and Memorandum of Understanding signed to boost green finance initiatives.
In brief: Ok Tedi Mining suspends operations and other business stories
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COVID-19 forces Papua New Guinea’s Ok Tedi Mining to shut operations, PNG Biomass Project decision due in later this year and Mendi Airport completion expected in October. Your business news summarised.
In brief: Papua New Guinea to receive K1 billion loan from Japan and other business stories
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Japan helps Papua New Guinea with a generous loan, the Internal Revenue Commission launches its annual work plan and Prime Minister Marape visits Jiwaka Province.
COVID-19 impact on Papua New Guinea superannuation funds
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A study of retirement funds in the Pacific suggests Papua New Guinea’s superannuation funds should diversify their investments more. It also says COVID-19 has had an effect on the funds’ liquidity.
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