AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoVisa & entry updates: Papua New Guinea has published a list of 28 countries whose citizens can apply for a visa on arrival in 2026, making planning easier for travellers heading to PNG. Air connectivity boost: Air Niugini has restarted direct flights to Tokyo, and the airline also confirmed non-stop Port Moresby–Auckland services will return from 17 November 2026 (three return trips weekly), ending a 26-year gap. Tourism push: NCD Governor Powes Parkop called PNG the “last frontier” for global tourism as Tokyo flights resumed. Regional cooperation at the border: Indonesia and PNG discussed strengthening border cooperation, including electricity supply arrangements for Wutung residents. Commonwealth Games spotlight: Five PNG swimmers were selected for Glasgow 2026, with the team led by coach Rick Van Der Zant. Sports funding: Lae City Authority provided K70,000 to support Team PNG athletics ahead of the Commonwealth Games. Marine conservation: Melanesian nations moved toward a major ocean reserve corridor, with Solomon Islands joining the Melanesian Ocean Corridor of Reserves plan. Diplomatic shock: PNG’s closure of Taiwan’s representative office drew immediate pushback from Taipei and concern from the U.S., underlining how fast access can change for travellers and businesses.
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