AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAgribusiness Push: Farmers & Settlers Association urges PNG to move from subsistence food security to commercial farming, mechanisation and downstream processing, citing coffee industry momentum and El Niño-driven pressure. Skills for Cash Crops: K92 Mining-backed taro seed production training (NARI, PNGUOT) targets mini-sett techniques and nursery preparation to scale taro as a potential cash crop. Private Sector Reform: SICCI calls for bold reforms to lift private growth, spotlighting high electricity costs and urging fast-tracked Electricity Act changes to open competition and expand affordable renewables. LNG & Energy Deals: Santos signs non-binding LNG agreements with POSCO (10 years from 2030/31) and Ksi Lisims partners (up to 20 years from ~2031), reinforcing Asia-Pacific supply flexibility. PNG LNG Logistics Build-out: deugro sets up dedicated entities for Papua LNG logistics, including Purari Project Services for marine transport and specialist river equipment preparation. Forex Market Eases: BSP and Westpac report improved foreign currency access (often 1–2 weeks), driven by stronger export receipts from gold, LNG and agriculture. El Niño Hits Food Supply: Frost and drought conditions are damaging gardens and shrinking water sources in parts of PNG, raising near-term food security risks. Independence Accountability Theme: PM Marape stresses a culture of performance, discipline and honest work—linking corruption to lost hospital, school and road outcomes.
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