With only 3% of land available to the government to build on and develop, the real estate sector in Papua New Guinea operates in a unique environment. Despite the majority of land being under customary ownership, with ownership rights held by extended family groups, there are still a number of opportunities for foreign investors and...
More than a decade in the making, the construction phase of the Pacific Marine Industrial Zone (PMIZ) project in Madang Province now looks set to get under way in Papua New Guinea.
The customary land ownership system in place since Papua New Guinea gained independence in 1975 could be about to undergo significant reform. Currently, most of PNG’s land belongs to its people, with the state owning the remaining 3%. Under customary tenure, ownership rights belong to an extended family group governed by traditional law. Very...
Although growth has slowed following a banner year in 2014, Qatar’s construction industry remains one of the most vibrant and fast-expanding in the Middle East, and a key driver of non-oil growth in the state. Major infrastructure projects including the Doha Metro, Long Distance Rail, Hamad Port, the next phase of expansion at Hamad...
Despite an influx of high-end real estate developments coming on-line in recent years, rapid population growth in Qatar has created a shortage of affordable housing, particularly for middle-class families and single workers. Although the government is seeking to address the issue with plans to crack down on illegal housing and relocate workers...
As Qatar moves forward on hundreds of new construction projects in the lead-up to the 2022 FIFA World Cup, under the broader auspices of its Qatar National Vision 2030 (QNV 2030) development plan, maintaining the highest standards of workmanship and materials has become a key government priority. The enactment of the Qatar Construction...
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