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Papua New Guinea and Australia have agreed to deepen cooperation on telecommunications reform, with a joint blueprint targeting cheaper internet, improved connectivity and stronger digital services across PNG.
The two governments signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on information and communications technology (ICT) on Oct. 20 at APEC Haus in Port Moresby during the 32nd Australia–Papua New Guinea Ministerial Forum.
PNG Minister for Information and Communications Technology Robert Naguri said the agreement would provide a framework for both governments to address challenges in th
Pacific Lime and Cement Limited has received the first major shipment of equipment for its Central Lime Project in Papua New Guinea, marking a transition from civil construction to mechanical installation at the planned quicklime manufacturing facility.
The shipment arrived at Port Kido on October 19 from China, carrying kiln sections, structural steel, mechanical equipment and other plant components representing more than half of the cargo required for the project's two planned production lines.
The company said the delivery marked a major milestone in establishing what it describes as
Kumul Petroleum Holdings Ltd. (KPHL) has paid a K400 million interim dividend to the Papua New Guinea government, bringing its total direct contribution to state revenue this year to more than K1 billion, including tax payments.
KPHL chairman Isaac Lupari presented the dividend at a ceremony attended by Prime Minister James Marape, Petroleum Minister Jimmy Maladina, State Enterprises Minister William Duma, government officials and the company’s senior management team, led by acting managing director Luke Liria.
The payment brings KPHL’s dividend contributions for 2026 to K550 mil
Papua New Guinea needs to develop new electricity generation projects to maximise the benefits of a K350 million upgrade to the Ramu Grid transmission network, according to Minister responsible for PNG Power Ltd. Richard Maru.
The 132-kilovolt Ramu Transmission System Reinforcement Project was commissioned at the Taraka Substation in Lae, Morobe Province, on Oct. 9, completing a major component of a K1.9 billion investment in the country’s transmission infrastructure.
Maru said the upgraded network would improve the system’s capacity to carry electricity, but its benefits would d
Papua New Guinea is pursuing fisheries reforms and strategic investments to expand domestic tuna processing, attract private investment and retain more economic value from its marine resources, Minister for Fisheries and Marine Resources Jelta Wong said.
In an exclusive interview with PNG Business News, Wong said the government was implementing reforms to strengthen local participation, increase export earnings and create jobs for Papua New Guineans.
The initiatives include the National Tuna Domestication Strategy, the StartFish Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), reforms to the Vessel Day Scheme
Telikom Ltd. has secured a K27.2 million grant from the Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) to modernize its internal business systems and strengthen its capacity to deliver digital services across Papua New Guinea.
The grant agreement was signed at Telikom Rumana in Port Moresby on Monday, October 12, as the state-owned telecommunications provider advances its digital transformation program.
Telikom said the funding would support improvements to its business systems and operations, helping the company become more efficient and better equipped to meet custome
Papua New Guinea’s tourism industry could benefit from faster visa processing, secure digital identity verification and more accessible online bookings and payments as the government and technology partners explore ways to reduce barriers for international visitors and local tourism operators.
These opportunities were highlighted during a digital transformation session at the PNG Tourism Summit 2026 on Wednesday, October 14. The Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT) and digital payments provider NuiPay outlined how technology could improve access to tourism servi
Editor’s Note: In this issue, Michael McWalter, former Director of the Petroleum Division and Adviser to the Government of Papua New Guinea, and erstwhile petroleum adviser to the Governments of Ghana, Liberia, Cambodia, Sao Tome, and South Sudan writes about Liquefied Natural Gas. He is a certified petroleum geologist, and technical specialist in upstream petroleum industry regulation, administration, and institutional development. 

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Hastings Deering PNG showcased its long-standing commitment to Papua New Guinea's resources sector at this year's event, while highlighting the important role skills development and local capability continue to play in supporting the nation's growth.

A key highlight for Hastings Deering PNG was an exclusive visit from Prime Minister James Marape ahead of the official opening of the exhibition.

During his tour, Prime Minister Marape visited the Hastings Deering PNG stand. Accompanied by government ministers, industry representatives and members of the m
Forty-four out of every 100 women diagnosed with breast cancer in Papua New Guinea die from the disease, highlighting the need for early detection and timely treatment, according to Pacific International Hospital (PIH) consultant oncologist Michael Shawel Lemma.
Lemma shared the figures during a breast cancer awareness session at Nasfund’s headquarters in Port Moresby, held as part of the superannuation fund’s Pinktober activities.
He said breast cancer accounted for more than 20 per cent of cancer cases treated at PIH, underscoring the importance of recognising symptoms and seek