Power & Infrastructure: PNG Power Limited CEO Paul Bayly welcomed JICA support after the 132kV Singsing–Taraka transmission line in Lae was inspected, with commissioning later this year expected to lift reliability and strengthen the Ramu Grid. Green Finance: PM James Marape and Bank of PNG Governor Elizabeth Genia kicked off the 2026 Green Finance Summit, pushing practical ways to “green” PNG’s financial system as climate risk hits already. Connectivity for Business: Digicel PNG says it is authorised to resell Starlink via Telstra, aiming to give enterprises faster internet in remote areas and support wider digital participation. Labour Mobility: PNG targets 30,000 workers in Australia by 2030 as the PALM scheme expo highlights growth from 55 workers in 2019 to 2,000-plus active skilled workers by March 2026. Land Reform: A new push for customary land reform is outlined, including proposals for a Customary Land Authority and new rules for clan recognition and lease payments. Mining Governance: Mineral Resources Authority board appointments end a four-year governance vacuum, with John Tuaim named chairman as the regulator prepares for sector transitions. PNG–China Trade: PNG and China will host an inaugural Business Forum and Trade Expo in October (Guangzhou, Oct 20–21) to attract investment. Papua LNG: TotalEnergies has assured the government the final investment decision for Papua LNG will be announced this year, with a forum planned to mobilise landowners and provincial governments.