Agribusiness & Jobs: PNG’s agriculture push stays front and centre as the World Bank flags farming as a key growth driver, while DAL and partners roll out agribusiness and value-chain plans aimed at creating one million jobs and boosting commercial agriculture. Agriculture Partnerships: Minister Boito backs the AgriConnect Partnership Programme (phase two of PACD), and higher education leaders call for stronger research links to make rural farming more productive. Food Security & Nutrition: DAL Secretary Dr Sergie Bang urges multi-sector accountability to tackle PNG’s persistent food security and nutrition gaps, with a national conference in Lae bringing researchers, farmers and development partners together. LNG & Trade: PNG Petroleum Minister Jimmy Maladina says exports remain secure after Taiwan pauses spot LNG buys, stressing long-term contracts to 2030 are intact; China signals it’s ready to import LNG. Energy/Industry: Simberi Gold’s process laboratory wins ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, strengthening confidence in assay results and gold reporting. Local Business & Tourism: Hotel Gilgal in Mt Hagen opens, creating 80+ jobs and giving Western Highlands a fresh hospitality boost. Infrastructure & Connectivity: Government launches major road works in West Sepik under Connect PNG, including Vanimo–Green River and Warasikau–Lumi–Karaitem sections. Maritime Safety: A veteran marine pilot warns sea travel is most dangerous during the south-easterly monsoon, urging people to avoid unnecessary trips. Governance & Economy: A minister reiterates PNG’s push for fair competition and consumer protection through the ICCC forum, as the economy shifts with digital commerce and new investment patterns.