Climate-Resilient Growth: Australia-backed support helped Morobe validate a Climate-Resilient Green Growth strategy, mapping investments across agriculture, transport, and water to turn local plans into bankable projects by 2027. Green Finance Push: PNG’s Green Finance Summit 2026 drew 240 delegates and pushed new commitments to “green” the financial system, with the Bank of Papua New Guinea calling the country well placed for resilient investment. Coral Triangle LNG Cover: A coalition says most major insurers still won’t rule out LNG expansion in the Coral Triangle, despite biodiversity risks—PNG sits inside the threatened region. EU–PNG Business Ties: The EU–PNG Business Forum in Port Moresby brought 300+ participants and more than 170 meetings, with leaders linking investment to sustainable development and jobs. Sustainable Aviation: ATR delivered the first ATR 42-600 to PNG Air, starting fleet renewal aimed at more reliable, fuel-efficient service for remote communities. Tourism Fee Backlash: PNG’s tourism authority rejected a new international “Green Fee,” saying it was introduced without consultation and may hurt visitor growth. World Environment Day: Ok Tedi marked World Environment Day with native tree planting and community sustainability activities. Protected Ocean Move: PNG is set to protect a huge swath of ocean by banning fishing, adding momentum for marine conservation. Governance for Resources: PNG CORE appointed Richard Kassman as executive director, framing it as stronger advocacy for sustainable development. Nuclear Legacy Debate: Pacific leaders renewed calls that decolonisation remains unfinished decades after nuclear testing, linking environmental harm to self-determination.