AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDigital Connectivity: PNG’s telecom regulator has cleared the way for 5G by making 2.6 GHz and 3.5 GHz spectrum available for licensing, aiming to speed up next-generation mobile rollout. Digital Identity & Elections: A push is growing for biometric voter verification to reduce multiple voting and impersonation, while keeping the secret ballot and focusing on policing and justice to tackle election violence. Financial Inclusion: PNG’s central bank and BSP are stressing that inclusion isn’t just about accounts—it needs safe, trusted services people can actually use, with digital payments and mobile banking highlighted as key tools. Governance & Capacity Building: Kumul Consolidated Holdings and the Australian government brought PNG State-owned enterprise and NICTA leaders back after governance training in Australia, with mentoring to follow. Research & Innovation: IBS University announced major sponsorship for PNG Global Connect 2027, a Port Moresby conference focused on climate resilience, AI, innovation and inclusive growth. Science in PNG: Researchers and local fishers have rediscovered the rare Spinach Pipefish in the Sepik after decades, showing how community knowledge can unlock biodiversity surprises.
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