AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours ago5G Rollout: PNG has cleared the way for 5G by making 2.6 GHz and 3.5 GHz spectrum available for licensing, giving mobile operators regulatory certainty to plan and invest in next-gen networks. Digital Identity: PNG is moving ahead with its first large-scale digital ID rollout for public servants, with a December 31 deadline to issue digital IDs and plans to verify records against payroll to tackle duplicate or “ghost” entries. Financial Inclusion: At the Alliance for Financial Inclusion forum in Port Moresby, leaders stressed that access alone isn’t enough—financial systems must be safe and trusted, and digital payments are key for rural households and small businesses. Governance & Skills: State-owned enterprise and NICTA leaders returned after governance training in Australia, focused on board effectiveness, risk oversight and inclusive leadership. Aviation Training: PNG’s civil aviation regulator received commendation from Air Niugini after inspectors earned Airbus A220 certification, boosting local oversight capacity. Climate & Oceans: Pacific Forum leaders backed stronger action to protect climate-resilient coral reefs and pushed coordinated regional positions on oceans, fisheries and deep-sea minerals. Earth News: A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck PNG at shallow depth, adding to a busy week of seismic activity.
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