Hidden Valley CDA Signed: PNG’s revised Community Development Agreement for the Hidden Valley Mining Project is now formally signed, clearing the way for Morobe landowners and communities to access benefits from the gold operation. Financial Abuse Protection: Nasfund co-signs the PNG Empower Finance Code with BPNG and 14 institutions, aiming to curb financial abuse and coercion as digital channels expand. Fuel Crisis Emergency: Petroleum and Energy Minister Kerenga Kua declares a 30-day state of emergency over fuel shortages, directing BPNG to maintain FX for authorised dealers while requiring uninterrupted fuel supply. Bougainville Drought Alert: The ABG places Bougainville on drought alert due to El Niño-linked below-normal rainfall risk, with focus on water, food gardens and remote island logistics. First Lime & Cement Project Nears Production: State takes a stake as Pacific Lime and Cement’s bridges and site works progress, with first lime production targeted for early 2027. Health Security Upgrade: PNG completes its first Joint External Evaluation with WHO, setting up a national health security action plan. Agri-Trade Festival Momentum: The 70th PNG Agriculture and Trade Festival kicks off in Goroka, backed by trade and standards consultations to boost market access for farmers. Avian Flu Watch: WHO urges Pacific countries to prepare for bird flu (H5N1) spread from animals to humans. Care for Critical Patients: Angau Hospital in Lae receives 36 ventilators worth K1.8m to strengthen emergency and ICU capacity.