Across its four regions and 22 provinces, Papua New Guinea contains an impressive diversity of linguistic, ethnic and cultural groups. From the coasts of autonomous Bougainville to the rocky peaks of the Bismarck range in the highlands, and from the dense quarters of the National Capital District to the remote and less-inhabited tributaries of...
Steady growth in global cruise tourism is reaching the South Pacific, and Papua New Guinea is no exception. In 2014 some 22.1m passengers boarded cruise ships, up from 21.3m in 2013, according to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), which forecasts 23m for 2015. One of the fastest-growing source markets is Australia, where...
The capital of Port Moresby is set to undergo a significant transformation, while the country as a whole should be left with a lasting legacy when Papua New Guinea plays host to two recognised sporting events over the next two years. The 2015 Pacific Games took place in the capital in July, and the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup is scheduled for...
With fewer than 50,000 visitors travelling to Papua New Guinea each year for leisure, according to figures from the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA), the country is far from a mainstream tourism destination. The sector remains largely undeveloped and is a relatively minor contributor to the overall economy. PNG is a challenging destination...
The construction boom from the Papua New Guinea liquefied natural gas project may be slowing after years of fast growth, but the sector is still in the midst of expansion, led by infrastructure projects ahead of the 2015 Pacific Games. An opportunity to showcase the country’s rapid development and natural beauty, the games prompted major upgrades to stadia and transport...
Much like the construction industry, Papua New Guinea’s real estate sector has recorded strong growth in recent years as the nation rolled out its $19bn PNG liquefied natural gas (LNG) project. Rising inflation, as recorded in the country’s consumer price index (CPI) housing category, saw property prices and rental rates spike between 2008 and 2013. This trend continued...
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