Trade & Border Reform: PNG’s National Single Window Phase Two has been completed, a fresh step to streamline trade and border management. Climate & Food/Water Security: El Niño is already tightening water and food supplies across the Pacific, with PNG residents preparing for partial Port Moresby water shutdowns while Fiji activates dry-weather contingency plans. Finance & Inclusion: CEFI and CGC sign an MoU to boost MSME financial literacy and access to finance. Central Banking Reform: Central Bank governor Elizabeth Genia says financial sector reforms are aimed at stability, wider inclusion, and restoring Kina convertibility. Disaster Relief Funding: Treasurer Ian Ling-Stuckey says PNG could access up to K300m from the World Bank for El Niño drought relief. Mining & Jobs: K92 Mining reports record Q2 performance at Kainantu, with net income up 116% to US$84.6m and record ore processing; Kainantu mine also discusses 2026 targets. Investment Push: PM James Marape opens the 2026 PNG Investment Conference in Brisbane and urges Australian businesses to “get entrenched” now. Visa Policy Shock: Marape seeks dialogue with the US over a new hefty US$20,000 visa bond, now set to remain permanent. Tuna Economy: PNG will host the Pacific-led Tuna Economy Dialogue in Port Moresby from 13-16 October 2026. Digital Economy: THEODIST showcases ICT and AI solutions at DTS26, highlighting local capability for PNG’s digital growth. Health: HIV leaders call for stronger action as prevalence remains a concern, with prevention, testing and treatment access flagged as priorities.