AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoGreen Finance to Implementation: Chief Secretary Ivan Pomaleu says PNG is moving from green finance policy talk to practical rollout, pointing to the Bank of Papua New Guinea and the Green Finance Centre as reforms take shape. Climate Resilience Funding: Australia is expanding support for climate resilience, renewable energy and sustainable finance, with a push to embed climate objectives across most programs. Parliamentary TB Push: PNG’s TB caucus and the Special Parliamentary Committee on Health Matters launched a TB Advocacy Media Strategy after high-level training, with over 50 MPs signing on to strengthen the national response. Connectivity Boost: Telikom has become an authorised Starlink reseller, aiming to extend high-speed services to government, enterprise, mining, finance and SMEs. US Internet Support: The US plans to provide US$30m for satellite internet to connect remote schools, rural health facilities and disaster centres. Security and Sovereignty: PM Marape says PNG will not allow foreign military bases, even as Australia expands presence at Lombrum. ERW Removal: Australia-led Operation RENDER SAFE will help dispose of World War II explosives in PNG’s Gazelle, Kokopo and Rabaul districts in June. Business and Investment: EU-PNG forum preparations continue as PNG seeks more European investment, including in agriculture and digital connectivity.
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