AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFX and Cost Pressures: BSP warns El Niño is disrupting agricultural and mineral export flows, tightening foreign-exchange inflows even as mining remains the main support. Businesses still face long waits for FX orders, while oil above US$100 a barrel threatens to lift fuel, freight and household costs. Investment Outlook: Australia and PNG business councils are urging practical steps to attract investment and widen commercial activity beyond resources. BSP says Papua LNG and other energy and mining projects could support medium-term growth, though higher fuel prices and climate risks cloud the near-term outlook. Public Revenue: Customs revenue rose 42 per cent to K1.48 billion in the quarter, a boost to government receipts. Local Development: Afore LLG has launched a K12.5 million, five-year plan shaped by priorities from all 18 wards, with Oro’s governor seeking national funding for its delivery.
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