AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMaritime Tragedy Update (East New Britain): Search and recovery continues after two boats capsized off East New Britain, with authorities reporting eight bodies recovered and 19 others still missing, as police warn communities to avoid sea travel amid strong winds. Safety & Tourism Warning: East New Britain police have enforced a no-visits order to Pangpang Island until conditions improve, stressing tourism operators and families could be held liable if they ignore weather alerts. Aviation Boost (Misima): Misima Minerals has signed an MoA to upgrade and operate Misima aerodrome, aiming to reopen the island to commercial flights before end of 2026. Aviation Boost (Japan): Air Niugini has restored direct Port Moresby–Tokyo (Narita) flights twice weekly, a win for tourism, trade, and people-to-people links. Regional Connectivity (Moro): PNG Air launches twice-weekly services linking Moro with Mt Hagen and Port Moresby, restoring scheduled access after a six-year gap. Digital Innovation (SevisPass): Western Pacific University students swept top honours in PNG’s National Digital ID Hackathon, building tools to support jobs, payments, and birth registration. Local Business Spotlight (Oro chocolate): A family-run tree-to-bar chocolate maker in Oro is turning local ingredients into a growing business. Culture & Events (Hiri Moale): Constantinou Group backs the 2026 Hiri Moale Festival as a Gold Sponsor, continuing support for Motu-Koitabu traditions.
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