Port Moresby, January 4, 2024- After over 20 years of failure, the Government of Papua New Guinea (PNG) has learnt from the mistakes of the past and is ready to kick off Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in a big way starting this year, says the Minister for International Trade and Investment, Hon. Richard Maru. “Our …
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, January 1, 2024 – Papua New Guinea’s leading junior women’s tennis player, Colita Hakena, is set to embark on a transformative journey as she secures a coveted year-long Oceania Tennis Federation (OTF)/International Tennis Federation (ITF) scholarship at the esteemed Lavie Academy in Auckland, New Zealand. The 13-year-old, hailing from mixed …
BY SU WU in SIMPLE FLYING In service of China’s national diplomatic strategy, China Southern Airlines has inaugurated the first regular flight route to Papua New Guinea. SUMMARY On December 20, 2023, at 9.29am local time, China Southern Airlines Flight CZ5055, carrying more than 130 passengers, landed at Port Moresby International Airport (POM) in Papua …
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, December 20, 2023 – The Special Economic Zone Authority (SEZA) applauds international companies Radisson Blu and Mayur Resources for their pioneering investments in Papua New Guinea’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ). SEZA Chairman Varigini Badira expressed his appreciation for their commitment to advancing the SEZ concept and commended the Marape Government …
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – September 7, 2023 – Mining Minister Hon. Sir Ano Pala expressed his warm welcome to the Central Cement Lime Project, a transformative development situated in Kido Village, Central Province. He commended Prime Minister Hon. James Marape for expeditiously advancing this mining initiative, along with others across Papua New Guinea. …
Promoting Papua New Guinea as a tourism destination requires a well-rounded and strategic approach. Here are some key steps you can take to promote Papua New Guinea effectively: Highlight unique attractions: Emphasise the unique natural beauty and cultural diversity of Papua New Guinea. Showcase its stunning landscapes, including tropical rainforests, coral reefs, and active volcanoes. …
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News Release | 06 July 2023 ALOTAU, PAPUA NEW GUINEA (6 July 2023) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the governments of Australia and Papua New Guinea today commissioned the Alotau Wharf as part of the cofinanced Building Resilience to Climate Change in Papua New Guinea (PNG) project, which has upgraded Alotau Wharf to …
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JULY 2, 2023 Papua New Guinea, a tropical paradise nestled in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, is a country renowned for its breathtaking natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and diverse wildlife. Exploring the vast and diverse terrains of this stunning country can be a challenging task, but thanks to advancements in technology, capturing its beauty has …
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COMMENTARY JUNE 27, 2023 Controlling the issue of spitting of buai (betelnut) and littering in a city like Port Moresby requires a multi-faceted approach that combines education, awareness campaigns, enforcement of regulations, and providing appropriate infrastructure. It is also relevant to most parts of Papua New Guinea where spitting of buai and littering is a …
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Published June 12, 2023 By Vaughn R. Larson, Department of Military Affairs MADISON, Wis. – Five members of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force visited the Wisconsin National Guard in early June as part of the Defense Department’s State Partnership Program, administered by the National Guard Bureau. The visit, according to Maj. Jessica Kelly, the …
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