AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWomen in Politics: PNG’s new rule requiring parties to put women on at least 10% of endorsed candidates is being hailed as progress, but experts say it may fall short unless parties actively recruit women and the quota is properly enforced—especially ahead of the 2027 election. Roads & Connectivity: Australia and PNG have renewed a road-planning partnership through a Far North Queensland study tour, while Pacific energy and transport ministers wrapped up PRETMM6 with the “Manubada Call to Action” pushing faster delivery on energy security and maritime links. Renewables Finance: PNG’s energy authority has signed an MoU with GGGI to help mobilise climate finance for renewable power, backed by Australia’s Climate FIRST. Blue Pacific Momentum: PNG also continues to position ocean protection and sustainable ocean economies at the centre of regional plans after the Melanesian Ocean Summit. Community & Learning: Ok Tedi’s Misima Minerals donated supplies to Misima Correctional Services, and Buk bilong Pikinini teamed with Svitzer PNG for tugboat learning excursions to spark maritime career interest.
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