AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDigicel Leadership Shake-up: Digicel PNG CEO Tarik Boudiaf is stepping down after nearly two years, with CFO Brett Goschen taking over as acting CEO while a permanent successor is recruited. Justice Update: PNG Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika has been cleared of wrongdoing after the Ombudsman Commission’s referral was rejected for “insufficient evidence,” ending a long-running income-declaration dispute. Health Workers Benefit: BSP Life PNG says 1,500+ health workers will receive K3.5m in survival payouts under the Wantok Delite product, marking a major milestone for insurance participation. Ocean Diplomacy in Motion: Prime Minister Marape is driving Pacific unity at the Melanesian Oceans Summit in Port Moresby, calling for stronger action to protect oceans as leaders push climate resilience and marine protection. Security Crackdown: Joint operations in Enga intensified against alcohol-fuelled crime, with arrests and 57 cartons of SP beer seized. Cost-of-Living Fight: Fiji’s business groups back opposition to an $8 hourly living wage, warning it could strain employers and the wider economy. PNG–China Trade Step: PNG says a China–PNG framework agreement is finalized, with signing expected next week ahead of CEPA talks.
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