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AGP Executive Report

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Manufacturing Costs: PNG’s Manufacturing Council opposes new taxes on tobacco, alcohol, food and beverage producers, warning they would raise living costs and weaken local industry. Papua LNG: The US$14.5 billion project faces a 15 December deadline for a final investment decision; ExxonMobil has taken over operatorship from TotalEnergies. Skills and Jobs: Business leaders say sustained training and clear career pathways are vital to prepare Papua New Guineans for major projects. Digital Services: Telikom PNG secured K27.2 million in Australian grant funding to improve operations and support wider digital access. Ports and Power: PNG Ports has launched a K25 million Aitape port redevelopment, while a K236.7 million Japan-funded transmission upgrade aims to improve power reliability for Lae and surrounding industry. Mining: K92 Mining reported third-quarter production of 49,776 ounces of gold equivalent.

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Jul. 1, 2026

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Industry update: defining year for Papua New Guinea as project deadline looms

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Closing Papua New Guinea’s skills gap

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Eight Dead In September Massacre At Papua New Guinea’s Troubled Porgera

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Eight dead in September violence at Papua New Guinea's troubled Porgera

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Oct. 12, 2026

First Sheraton opens in Papua New Guinea

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Oct. 12, 2026

Kumul Minerals head looks to the future of Papua New Guinea’s mining sector [video]

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Oct. 12, 2026

Eight dead in September massacre at Papua New Guinea's troubled Porgera

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Oct. 12, 2026

Indonesia eyes direct flights between Papua, Papua New Guinea

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