Taiwan-PNG Diplomatic Reset: Papua New Guinea has ordered the immediate closure of Taiwan’s representative office in Port Moresby, reaffirming the One China policy; China praised the move while Taiwan protested and said the office would keep operating. Energy Investment Push: PNG expects the US$14.5b Papua LNG project to reach final investment decision by year-end 2026 as petroleum reforms advance, with Pasca Gas and the Western Energy project also progressing. Digital Security & AI Rules: Government plans to revamp the Cybercrime Code Act to criminalise misuse of AI such as deepfakes, voice cloning and digital impersonation, with platforms and AI providers also facing accountability. Education & Skills Pipeline: UPNG will introduce new course streams in 2027, including Technology, AI, Critical Thinking Research and Soft Skills, embedded across programs. Commerce Integrity Clampdown: New Commerce and Industry Minister Wake Goi has frozen most departmental transactions over alleged missing SME funds, including halting related cheques and new SME applications. Public Health Pressure: A parliamentary report says only 48% of PNG children have full routine immunisation coverage, alongside major gaps in nutrition, water, sanitation and youth employment. Transport & Trade Access: PM Marape says full border services will be set up at the new North Fly–Indonesia crossing as a road nears completion, aiming to reopen supply lines and trade. Aviation Connectivity: Air Niugini will resume direct Port Moresby–Auckland flights from 17 November 2026 after more than 26 years, with three return services weekly. Mining Revenue Snapshot: Mineral exports hit a record K32b in 2025, while reforms to the Mining Act are proposed to improve licensing and investor confidence.