AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAviation & Tourism Boost: Air Niugini is restarting direct Port Moresby–Tokyo (Narita) flights from Saturday, 18 July, with two return services weekly—cutting travel time and strengthening PNG’s gateway role for Japan, Australia and the Pacific. Regional Connectivity: Solomon Airlines has launched its first Honiara–Port Moresby service, using A320 aircraft to support tourism, trade and easier onward travel. Investment in Tourism Infrastructure: PNGTPA and NCDC have launched a National Capital District Accommodation Inventory & Capacity Survey to map Port Moresby’s lodging supply and help attract tourism investment and event planning. Big Economic Zone Move: Madang’s proposed Integrated Special Economic Zone is advancing, with government approval for a joint venture with RD Tuna Canners expected soon—anchored by a new tuna cannery. Community Benefits from Resources: Ok Tedi Mining says landowner companies and local procurement are key to ensuring mining wealth delivers lasting value, targeting 80% local procurement by 2030. Health & Travel Services: Pacific International Hospital will run PNG’s first advanced hip and knee joint replacement surgery program, starting 22–26 August in Port Moresby. Sport & Community Events: The 2026 Trukai Fun Run kicks off across seven PNG provinces, backing Team PNG and bringing communities together.
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