AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTaiwan-PNG Diplomatic Fallout: The U.S. says it is “deeply concerned” after Papua New Guinea ordered the immediate closure of Taiwan’s Port Moresby representative office, calling it part of Beijing’s intimidation campaign, while Taiwan vows to reassess ties. Education & Governance: Bougainville’s education minister reaffirmed education as the region’s top priority as national education powers shift, and PNG’s wider reforms push a new 1-6-6 structure and standards-based curriculum—raising big questions about what kind of citizens schools are producing. Health & Skills: Divine Word University Madang medical alumni completed a basic ultrasonography workshop, using a virtual simulator to boost diagnostic capacity. Community & Justice: Australia’s Community Justice Fund will back seven PNG organisations for community-led peacebuilding and improved access to justice, including responses to sorcery-accusation violence. Economy & Development: Prime Minister Marape says more than 10 major resource projects are set to open within two decades, with Papua LNG progress toward a final investment decision expected by late 2026. Culture & Sports: NCDC pledged K800,000 to support the 53rd Hiri Moale Festival, while five PNG swimmers were selected for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
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