AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUS Travel Rules: PNG Prime Minister James Marape says he’s seeking dialogue with the United States after Washington made a US$20,000 refundable visa bond permanent for PNG travellers on short business and tourism trips. Border Tech: PNG is also tightening entry by requiring a Digital Arrival Card for all incoming passengers before boarding passes are issued. Investment Push: Marape opened the 2026 PNG Investment Conference in Brisbane, pitching PNG as “open for business” to investors across mining, LNG, agriculture, fisheries, tourism and ICT. Tourism & Aviation: Air Niugini will resume direct Port Moresby–Auckland flights from 17 November, restoring a key non-stop link after 26 years. Health Access: A new Level Two health centre opened in rural Drekikier (East Sepik), expanding TB, HIV, dental and maternal services. Police Welfare: Chimbu’s Kundiawa received 10 new police duplexes to improve officer housing. Culture & Tourism: East Sepik and the National Cultural Commission signed an MoU with K500,000 support for cultural preservation. Sports: The PNG Chiefs secured winger Brian To’o on a three-year deal for the inaugural 2028 NRL season. Travel Calendar: OFC Men’s Champions League 2026 kicks off in Fiji with PNG’s Lae City FC in Group B.
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