As telecoms services become cheaper elsewhere, why do they remain expensive in PNG?
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Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Jimmy Miringtoro, Minister for Communication & Information Technology from The Report: Papua New Guinea 2014
Articles & Analysis | Establishing stable links and increasing broadband access are priorities from The Report: Papua New Guinea 2014
Much of the work completed to improve Papua New Guinea’s telecommunications sector will help increase connectivity and bring costs under control. The issue of new telecoms licences is set to increase competition, the recognition of so-called declared services will help prevent anti-competitive activity, and the separation of Telikom PNG’s...
Articles & Analysis | Despite the challenges facing the sector, increased competition and investment are fuelling growth from The Report: Papua New Guinea 2014
The telecommunications sector in Papua New Guinea has changed dramatically in recent years. Until recently the industry was characterised by high prices and slow, inconsistent service, although increased competition is now causing this to change. While communications will always be difficult in a country where many people are geographically...
Chapter | Telecoms & IT from The Report: Papua New Guinea 2014
While communications will always be difficult in a country where much of the population is geographically isolated and the terrain is so challenging, the relevant infrastructure in PNG is quickly developing towards international standards – and at prices that are near to international norms. For example, prior to competition entering the market, mobile phone SIM cards were sold for $54;...
Papua New Guinea is poised for change, as the country’s mineral riches are providing a major opportunity for economic development through the exploitation of natural resources. The government’s five-year strategic plan focuses on key development enablers such as free education, improvements to health services, the strengthening of law and order, rural development projects and infrastructure construction.
Articles & Analysis | From the ground up: Improving connectivity will require large investments in infrastructure from The Report: Malaysia 2014
A drive to bring Malaysia’s internet services up to speed is gathering pace, with ICT infrastructure earmarked for an investment boost in 2015 and long-term solutions under discussion. Malaysia currently lags behind several of its peers when it comes to download speeds, while demand for faster broadband is set to rise significantly in the...