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IAS Workshop

The Business Council of Papua New Guinea, in partnership with DT Global through the Economic and Social Infrastructure Program (ESIP), and leading research firm Long Street Advisors, successfully convened the Internet Access Study Final Dissemination Workshop on 14 April 2026 at the Stanley Hotel. The workshop brought together dozens of business leaders, policymakers, and key stakeholders—primarily from the ICT sector—across both the private and public sectors.

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Tax Ammendments Workshop 2026

The Tax Amendments and Greylisting Compliance Workshop, hosted by the Business Council of Papua New Guinea, was a one-day engagement on the 10th of March 2026 designed to help businesses (and especially our Business Council PNG membership) understand recent regulatory changes affecting Papua New Guinea’s business environment.

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IRC Digital Transformation (ITAS & GST Monitoring System)

The Business Council of Papua New Guinea (BCPNG) is pleased to share two pivotal strategic documents detailing the ongoing transformation of the Internal Revenue Commission (IRC). These resources are being made available to our members and the general public to …

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The 2026 Economic Reset: Government and Private Sector Align for Shared Prosperity

On February 3, 2026, the Business Council of Papua New Guinea (BCPNG) convened the 16th Prime Minister’s Back to Business Breakfast at the Stanley Hotel in Port Moresby. Bringing together leaders from government, the private sector, the diplomatic community, and broader stakeholders.

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Kina Bank extends partnership with Business Council of PNG to support PM’s Back to Business Breakfast

Kina Bank is proud to announce the extension of its partnership with the Business Council of Papua New Guinea (BCPNG) to support the annual Prime Minister’s Back to Business Breakfast.

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New Grant Scheme Supports Workplace Disability Inclusion

Business Council of Papua New Guinea members can now access grants of up to K50,000 to make workplaces more accessible and inclusive for employees with disabilities through the new Workplace Disability Inclusion Grant Scheme (WDIGS).

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BCPNG President’s 40th APNGBFTE Speech

It is an absolute privilege to welcome you all to the 40th Australia Papua New Guinea Business Forum & Trade Expo. Apart from the annual bilateral meetings since 1975, this forum is the longest continued engagement of promoting Australia PNG relations.

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Business Protection Survey Report Now Available!

The Business Council of Papua New Guinea is pleased to present its initial Business Protection Report for the first quarter of 2025. This report provides a detailed examination of current security challenges affecting the private sector, specifically addressing the notable …

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Acting Chief Secretary Acknowledges the Importance of MOU Signing with Business Council of PNG

Approved for Release by PMNEC: Thursday, May 29, 2025 Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – Today, the Business Council of PNG (BCPNG) and the government, represented by the Department of Prime Minister signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) titled …

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PM Marape Announces Major Tax Reforms to Boost Investment and Economic Growth

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, February 4, 2025 – Prime Minister James Marape has announced a bold tax reform strategy aimed at fostering investment, increasing consumer spending, and driving local industry growth. The reforms will take effect once Papua New …

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