AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTransport Fares: PNG’s competition watchdog says PMV and taxi operators must stick to approved fares despite higher fuel costs; unauthorised increases could lead to prosecution. Kokopo Tourism: Prime Minister James Marape says Kokopo will join the national cities programme, with a planned upgrade to the Tokua Airport road and support for tourism investment. Expedition Travel: Coral Expeditions’ 2027–28 programme adds Kimberley river trips and Raja Ampat voyages, offering new options for travellers exploring the wider region. Bougainville Heritage: A difficult jungle journey leads tourists to the wreckage of the Japanese aircraft linked to Admiral Yamamoto’s death in 1943, highlighting the island’s potential for World War II tourism. Air Links: Air Niugini is set to return to New Zealand after more than two decades, a potential boost to travel connections. Milne Bay Culture: The Kenu and Kundu Festival in Alotau showcased the province’s maritime heritage and traditions, which Tourism Minister Belden Namah says should be protected and promoted.
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