AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPNG–Australia Defence Treaty: Prime Minister James Marape says the landmark PNG-Australia Defence Treaty ushers in an “equal partnership”, boosting defence cooperation while protecting PNG sovereignty and the PNGDF’s independence. Regional Security: Australia’s Assistant Minister for Pacific Island Affairs calls China’s recent missile test “destabilising”, pointing to strong Pacific leader condemnation and immediate Australian statements. Parliament & Law Reform: Government will table the Organic Law on PNG ownership of hydrocarbons and minerals and the Consolidation and Commercialisation of PNG’s Business Law (Amendment) 2026, aimed at stronger national ownership and resource commercialisation. Economy & Jobs: A World Bank update says PNG’s economy is growing, but the jobs gap remains, with more people pushed into subsistence and informal work. Mining Local Benefits: PNG Chamber of Resources and Energy urges more local content and fair opportunities for PNG-owned and landowner businesses as major projects ramp up. Local Services: NCD health facilities received K50,000 medicine donations to tackle drug shortages. Digital Government: Acting ICT Minister Peter Tsiamalili Jr. announces a QUT partnership to advance SevisPass digital identity and AI-safety reforms. Airports & Transport: NAC awards premium airport taxi contracts to three PNG operators, creating a formal concession for local firms. Community Support: A Bougainville youth-led NGO donates 500 books to Ameno Primary School, backed by Australian support.
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