Air Connectivity Boost: Air Niugini is restarting direct Port Moresby–Tokyo (Narita) flights from Saturday 18 July, with two return services weekly and promotional fares—good news for travellers and for PNG’s push to be a gateway between Japan, Australia and the Pacific. Tourism Planning: PNG Tourism Promotion Authority and NCDC have launched a National Capital District Accommodation Inventory & Capacity Survey to build a clearer picture of Port Moresby’s lodging supply for smarter investment and event planning. Local Business & Jobs from Resources: Ok Tedi Mining says landowner companies are key to making mining benefits last, highlighting local procurement targets and community-owned projects like a fly-in fly-out accommodation village. Regional Development in Madang: The Madang Integrated Special Economic Zone is moving ahead, with government approval for a joint venture with RD Tuna Canners expected soon, aiming to anchor a tuna cannery and marine industrial park. Health Tourism Milestone: Pacific International Hospital will run its first hip and knee joint replacement surgery program in PNG from 22–26 August, bringing visiting Australian specialists to Port Moresby. Accountability in Travel Spending: Prime Minister James Marape backs his Coffee Minister’s call for tighter oversight of taxpayer-funded overseas trips, especially where trips lack a clear work purpose. Community Events: The 2026 Trukai Fun Run kicks off across seven PNG provinces, while the Sel Kambang Festival celebrates unique North Fly male traditional attire and culture.