AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDiplomacy & Tourism: Prime Minister James Marape broke ground on Papua New Guinea’s new chancery in Port Vila, pledging continued support for Vanuatu’s stability and growth, including fisheries, agriculture and tourism, and confirmed PNG will gift land in Port Moresby so Vanuatu can build its own diplomatic mission. Culture & Events: BSP Financial Group sponsored K100,000 toward the 2026 Hiri Moale Festival, backing the Motu-Koita Assembly’s push to preserve one of PNG’s most treasured cultural traditions. Conservation: The Melanesian Ocean Reserve is set to operate across the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea and New Caledonia, protecting Indigenous-managed marine biodiversity through sustainable, values-led activities. Travel Ideas (Port Moresby): A weekend guide highlights easy escapes like Loloata Island Resort and Varirata National Park for snorkelling, diving, kayaking and cooler day trips. Visa Rules for Travellers: The US made its visa bond programme permanent, with Papua New Guinea among 50 countries—consular officers may require refundable deposits up to US$20,000 for B1/B2 business and tourist visas. Local Hospitality: Hotel Gilgal opened in Mt Hagen after eight years of planning, creating 80+ jobs and adding fresh accommodation options for visitors and business travellers.
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