Day: July 28, 2017
The tsunami of corruption
YEARS back a tidal wave hit the shores of some Pacific Islands countries. In one of those countries, a middle-aged woman was looking for crabs among the palm trees near […]
Traffic cowboys put lives at risk
RECKLESS motorists are still running the red lights in Port Moresby. This illegal and dangerous practice has become so rampant in the capital city that no one seems to care […]
BSP banks on accountants’ knowledge and skills
Bank South Pacific has maintained its platinum sponsorship valued at K52,500 to go towards the staging of a series of Certified Practicing Accountants (CPA) annual conferences. The meetings are scheduled […]
Council priorities set
THE Business Council of Papua New Guinea will take up with the new government a list of priorities highlighting areas of concern for the business community. Council’s executive director Douveri […]
PNG ranks fourth in trade facilitation
PAPUA New Guinea is ranked fourth in the Pacific region in regards to the implementation of the United Nation’s trade facilitation measures which enhance trade. The region is ranked last […]
Industry aims for super growth
SUPERANNUATION is a K10 billion industry in the country today, according to Association of Superannuation Funds of Papua New Guinea (ASFPNG) president Ian Tarutia. He made the statement following election […]
Power project to create 3000 jobs
A BIOMASS power project in Morobe will provide nearly 3000 jobs for locals, according to an official. Department of Treasury first secretary policy and strategic management Donald Hehona said this […]
EU: Window system setup cost millions
THE cost of setting up an online interface “single window system” is likely to cost more than K20 million, according to an European Union official. The system is expected to […]
Businesses identify areas needing improvement
BUSINESSES in the country have identified four priority areas which if improved, will positively impact growth. PNG Business Council executive director Douveri Henao said the areas were the provision of […]
Mates face off
By ISAAC LIRI PNG Hunters centre Adex Wera faces off with former teammate and good friend Thompson Teteh in Sunday’s round 21 Q-Cup clash against the Redcliffe Dolphins. Wera, who […]