The mining industry is one of the main pillars of economic growth in Papua New Guinea. In 2017 the sector accounted for 29% of GDP and generated 86% of export revenue. Gold and copper account for the majority of mining export revenue, respectively comprising 76.8% and 13% of total sector exports in the first five months of 2019. The mining industry also remains an important...
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Articles & Analysis | Mining projects in Papua New Guinea offer potential for economic growth from The Report: Papua New Guinea 2019
Interviews & Viewpoints | Jerry Garry, Managing Director, Mineral Resources Authority (MRA): Interview from The Report: Papua New Guinea 2019
In what ways do global commodity markets affect the development of mining in Papua New Guinea?
Chapter | Industry & Retail from The Report: Papua New Guinea 2019
Already major contributors to the nation’s revenue base, Papua New Guinea’s industry and manufacturing sectors hold significant potential for future investment and development. As such, the administration of Prime Minister James Marape remains devoted to a course that will encourage and protect businesses while working towards a reduction in the national import bill. This policy serves to both...
The mining industry is one of the main pillars of economic growth in Papua New Guinea. In 2017 the sector accounted for 29% of GDP and generated 86% of export revenue. Gold and copper account for the majority of mining export revenue, respectively comprising 76.8% and 13% of total sector exports in the first five months of 2019. The mining industry also remains an important source of job...
Efforts to improve public governance are gradually bolstering confidence in Papua New Guinea’s economy, despite national performance being heavily dependent on the extractive industries. Backed by macroeconomic development plans, Prime Minister James Marape’s administration is seeking to improve debt management, reduce foreign exchange imbalances, widen access to social services and provide greater employment opportunities.
Interviews & Viewpoints | Hosni Boufaden, President, Tunisian Federation of Textiles and Clothing: Interview from The Report: Tunisia 2019
In what ways will the textile growth and competitiveness pact support the sector’s recovery?