AGP Executive Report
Last update: 1 hours agoEnergy & Trade: Exxon Mobil has signed a preliminary deal to supply LNG to South Africa via the proposed Zululand Energy Terminal in Richards Bay, aiming to support Eskom’s coal-reliant power system and diversify gas supply. Finance & Integrity: Bank of Papua New Guinea launched “Empower Finance Kibung” to tackle financial abuse, with a national survey and a voluntary code of practice for banks and financial institutions. Urban Growth & Sports Economy: NCD is stepping up preparations for PNG’s 2028 NRL entry, with Port Moresby leaders saying the franchise could reshape infrastructure, services and jobs as the city faces rapid population growth. Bougainville Mining: Bougainville’s government says it will award the Panguna redevelopment licence to a Bougainville-owned company, after approving changes to the Mining Act to boost local ownership and address legacy issues. Customs & Revenue Protection: PNG Customs warned of tougher action against smuggling after destroying illegally imported cigarettes worth K3.54m, with charges laid against a suspect. Climate & Human Impact: UNICEF says half of the world’s children face multiple climate hazards, highlighting PNG schoolchildren forced to cross a crocodile-infested river after a bridge washed away. Local Business: A PNG woman entrepreneur launched her neem hair and skincare brand in-store at City Pharmacy Limited, marking a push from small agents to wider retail distribution.
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