EU–PNG Water Deal: The EU and European Investment Bank signed a Water Wise Communities package at the 5th EU–PNG Business Forum, backing water infrastructure and climate resilience with a 25m euro concessional loan plus a 16.4m euro grant, targeting improved clean drinking water for about 400,000 people. EU–PNG Business Push: The same forum drew 300+ participants and 77 companies to discuss renewable energy, water security, digital transformation, connectivity, sustainable extractives and agriculture, with practical sessions on exporting to Europe and new EU trade rules. Resource Outlook: Prime Minister James Marape says PNG is set for a decade of growth driven by Papua LNG and other major projects, including Wafi-Golpu and P’nyang, pointing to sustained construction and long-term production benefits. Digital ID & DPI: PNG is preparing legislation for verifiable credentials and trusted digital transactions under its Sevis PNG Digital ID push, while the Sevis PNG platform is also framed as a tool to help curb fake social media accounts and online abuse. Aviation Regulation: PNG’s ICCC recommends independent economic regulation for airport operator NAC and air navigation provider NiuSky Pacific to improve pricing transparency, service quality and investment coordination. Mining Update: K92 Mining expanded high-grade Arakompa drilling ahead of a maiden resource estimate, extending the AR1 high-grade zone and near-surface bulk tonnage potential. Land Administration Reform: Deputy PM John Rosso told Parliament ILG registration remains too lengthy and unmanageable, with reforms aimed at reducing delays and abuse. Education & Community: Paradise Foods’ Smart Start promotion awarded K33,000 to Hagita Primary School and K11,000 to Karea Primary School, continuing school grants across PNG.