Mining & Land Rights: PNG Resource Week in Port Moresby heard a clear legal line on mineral ownership and land disputes—state owns minerals under the Mining Act, while boundary/customary land disputes sit outside mining processes and are handled under separate land-dispute rules. Local Content Push: PNG Chamber of Resources and Energy renewed calls for more PNG firms in projects, stressing local governance, safety, quality and reliable delivery as major LNG and mining work ramps up. Mining Investment Outlook: PM James Marape used the same forum to reaffirm PNG as a global resource destination and outline a “new phase” for mining and LNG, including Pogera, Pasca, P’nyang LNG, Papua LNG and Wafi-Golpu—while noting the jobs gap remains a key challenge. State-Backed Resource Benefits: Ok Tedi Mining says landowner companies are central to lasting community benefits, with 49 landowner suppliers contracted and a target of 80% local procurement by 2030. SEZ & Fisheries Industry: Madang SEZ progress continues as PNG and RD Tuna Canners move toward joint venture approval, with a 300-metric-ton tuna cannery planned as the anchor for a marine industrial park. Airport Services: National Airports Corporation awarded premium taxi concessions at Port Moresby International Airport to three local operators, aiming to lift service standards and create business opportunities. Roads & Rural Access: Connect PNG launched K1.1bn road projects in West Sepik, including sealing for Vanimo-Green River Road and the Sepik Highway, plus new classrooms at Vanimo Primary. Community Energy: Puma Energy Foundation backed a Kakondo solar lighting project adding a community resource centre power hub and 60 streetlights for safer public spaces. Food Security: Dept of Agriculture urged PNG to cut reliance on imported food and strengthen domestic food needs as prices and food safety risks rise. Tech for Trust: Canadian startup deepidv and Scam.AI announced a partnership to expand deepfake detection options, including integration into Chrome-based tools. K92 Mining Update: K92 Mining confirmed details for its 2026 Q2 results call, with the company operating the Kainantu mine in PNG.