How resource-rich is Papua New Guinea really?
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How resource-rich is Papua New Guinea really?
Papua New Guinea is often described as a “resource-rich” country. The phrase appears on government websites, media reports and statements from international organisations. Prime Minister James Marape stated at the start of 2025, “PNG is uniquely positioned as a resource-rich nation close to major markets in Southeast Asia, China and India”. At first glance, PNG’s […] The post How resource-rich is Papua New Guinea really? appeared first on Island…
How resource-rich is Papua New Guinea really? - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre
Papua New Guinea is often described as a “resource-rich” country. The phrase appears on government websites, media reports and statements from international organisations. Prime Minister James Marape stated at the start of 2025, “PNG is uniquely positioned as a resource-rich nation close to major markets in Southeast Asia, China and India”. At first glance, PNG’s reserves of gold, copper, oil and gas seem to justify the label. Indeed, we are oft…
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