AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTeam PNG Update: The PNG Olympic Committee has approved a 520-strong contingent for the 2023 Solomon Islands Pacific Games, aiming to fund a K5.3m participation budget as government payments are still pending. Tourism Policy: PNG’s tourism authority has rejected the new international “Green Fee,” saying it was introduced without consultation and could hurt visitor growth. PNG CORE Leadership: Richard Kassman has been appointed executive director of PNG CORE, bringing 40+ years across energy, petroleum, tourism and governance. Airport & Travel Infrastructure: Work is underway to redevelop Port Moresby International Airport, with a program costing up to K2.5b to modernise the gateway. Eco-Tourism Push: Fisheries and Marine Resources Minister Jelta Wong says PNG can leverage marine biodiversity for eco-tourism after ratifying the BBNJ ocean biodiversity agreement. Regional Travel Safety: A powerful 7.8 earthquake struck the southern Philippines, triggering tsunami monitoring and urgent travel advisories across the Pacific, including Papua New Guinea. Community & Inclusion: A NCD disability dialogue forum begins at Holiday Inn, while police welfare teams complete a rural outreach across Central and Gulf provinces.
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