AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTaiwan-PNG Diplomatic Fallout: Papua New Guinea ordered the immediate closure of Taiwan’s representative office in Port Moresby, triggering protests from Taipei and “deep concern” from the US, while China praised the move and Taiwan said it will reassess cooperation. Energy & Trade Impact: Taiwan says it is reviewing PNG economic ties after the closure, including LNG purchases that make up about one-third of PNG’s LNG exports. Aviation & Tourism Links: Air Niugini has restarted direct flights to Tokyo, a boost for travel and business connections between PNG and Japan. Petroleum Investment Push: PNG expects a final investment decision for the US$14.5b Papua LNG project before end-2026 as reforms aim to attract investment. Digital Skills & Governance: UPNG will add new 2027 course streams including AI and critical thinking, while ICT ministerial responsibilities were formally handed over to Robert Naguri. Mining Revenue: Mineral exports hit a record K32b in 2025, with reforms proposed to strengthen regulation and investor confidence. Public Health Pressure: Only 48% of PNG children have full routine immunisation coverage, with gaps also flagged in nutrition, water and sanitation. Youth Jobs Agenda: Government’s National Youth Engagement Strategy targets one million jobs and livelihoods by 2029 across public and private sectors.
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