AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoClimate Finance: PM Marape backs the Green Climate Fund and highlights PNG’s US$63.4m REDD+ results payment, urging global climate deals to properly reward Pacific forests and oceans. Digital Economy: NICTA clears the way for 5G by making 2.6GHz and 3.5GHz spectrum available for licensing, with rollout expected to start in urban areas. Health System: PNG completes the Provincial Health Authority rollout, bringing services under a single “one health system” and focusing on workforce gaps and facility upgrades. Governance & Justice: PNG’s first female Public Prosecutor Helen Roalakona takes office as the Law Society stresses competent, ethical prosecution—while the Public Prosecutor warns graft cases hinge on strong evidence. Sports & Society: Luai is backed as a PNG Chiefs Pacific tourism ambassador, while Sepik Pride pushes to return to the Digicel Cup in 2027 after being asked to step down. Community Support: Westpac PNG and Queenpads donate 80 reusable menstrual hygiene packs to Haus Ruth, pairing practical aid with financial literacy. Energy Deadline: PNG offers TotalEnergies a pathway for Papua LNG terms, but only if partners reach FID by 15 December. Culture & Events: Air Niugini renews support for the Hiri Moale Festival and Hiri Hanenamo quest, including a winners’ cruise across Pacific islands.
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