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High airfare and accommodation killing the PNG tourism industry

The tourism demand in Papua New Guinea dropped significantly in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with international arrivals falling from 164,000 to 21,000 [85% decline].

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ADB lends K5.54 billion to PNG

Asian Development Bank is the biggest lender to the Papua New Guinea Government with a current portfolio of K5. 54 billion [US $1. 379 billion].

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Minister wants TPA, NCC and National Museum to be a one-stop shop

The Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Belden Namah wants three agencies of the ministry, the National Cultural Commission [NCC], and the Tourism Promotion Authority including the National Museum and Art Gallery to operate in the same location.

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USAID to help PNG implement sustainable land use policy

Department of Lands and Physical Planning [DLPP] and USAID have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on the implementation of Papua New Guinea’s National Sustainable Land Use Policy [NSLUP].

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Kumul forward Russell joins Wolves on a 2-year deal

PNG Kumuls backrower Dan Russell believes his short stint in the NRL will add valuable experience in the next chapter of his rugby league career when he joins Warrington Wolves next season.

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PNG Fashion represented on a global stage

For the first time Papua New Guinea fashion was represented on a global stage in Moscow at the BRICS+ Fashion Summit held from October last week in Moscow.

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PM’s XIII a good platform to test the depth of Orchids: Norris

Incoming PNG Orchids coach Tahnee Norris says the Prime Minister’s XIII match will be used as a platform to strengthen their preparations for the upcoming Pacific Championships.

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Hunters dominate PM’s XIII squad

PNG Hunters players have dominated the Papua New Guinea Prime Minister’s XIII team for the upcoming clash against Australian PM’s XIII select side.

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Chinese government delivers OB van to state broadcaster

The Chinese Government handover keys for the Outside Broadcast [OB] Van to the National Broadcasting Corporation [NBC] today.

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54 STEM students to study in China

In an inspiring leap toward a brighter tomorrow, 54 of Papua New Guinea’s brightest young minds are about to embark on a life-changing journey to China.

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