by DevNadkarni | Dec 8, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Kumul Telikom’s announcement in November 2025 that it will roll out a nationwide 4G upgrade across 14 provinces marks one of the most significant telecom infrastructure commitments undertaken by a state-owned company in recent years. Reported by the Post-Courier, the...
by DevNadkarni | Dec 8, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Madang’s long-standing role in Papua New Guinea’s fisheries industry is set for a significant boost, following confirmation that plans are advancing to expand the province’s processing capacity. The development, highlighted in December 2025 coverage by EMTV, reflects...
by DevNadkarni | Dec 8, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Papua New Guinea’s banking sector closed 2025 with renewed momentum, driven by a trio of developments that highlight growing competition, digitisation and sector-wide investment in small business growth. BSP Financial Group, Kina Bank and ANZ each introduced...
by DevNadkarni | Dec 8, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
In a combined push on business-ownership and national sovereignty, two related statements from members of the National Parliament of Papua New Guinea (PNG Parliament) in November-December 2025 reflect growing pressure to reserve certain business sectors for Papua New...
by DevNadkarni | Dec 7, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
In an encouraging sign for gender inclusivity and entrepreneurship, five Papua New Guinean women entrepreneurs travelled to Melbourne in December 2025 to attend the World Indigenous Business Forum. The move underscores growing support for women-owned businesses in PNG...
by DevNadkarni | Nov 7, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Papua New Guinea has entered what authorities describe as an exhibition or observation period as part of the Financial Action Task Force’s review of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing standards. The period allows the government and the financial...
by DevNadkarni | Nov 7, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Papua New Guinea has prepared for COP30 with a renewed emphasis on the economic value of forests and biodiversity. As one of the world’s most forested countries, Papua New Guinea has made the case that global climate frameworks must better compensate tropical forest...
by DevNadkarni | Nov 7, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
The private sector in Papua New Guinea is assessing the possible implications of the government’s proposed income tax reforms, which form part of a broader effort to strengthen fiscal stability and modernise public revenue systems. The review is examining the balance...
by DevNadkarni | Nov 7, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Lae and Port Moresby have recorded improved positions in the World Bank’s 2025 port performance index, signalling progress in operational planning, equipment upgrades and logistics coordination. Port performance has long been a critical issue for Papua New Guinea,...
by DevNadkarni | Nov 7, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Papua New Guinea has been confirmed as host of the 2033 APEC Leaders’ Summit, renewing national discussion on international engagement strategies and economic positioning. The successful hosting of APEC in 2018 demonstrated that Papua New Guinea can deliver...
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