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On the 18th of February 2026, the Chamber's Board of Directors held a strategic session focused on strengthening regional collaboration, advancing thought leadership, and enhancing member engagement.

AmCham Coral Sea recently hosted a webinar highlighting PNG’s use of AI to transform its immigration services. Niupay Limited’s system automates visa processing, reducing times from weeks to minutes and handling up to 1,500 applications daily. The platform improves security, transparency, and decision consistency, supporting PNG’s vision to become an “AI-first” government. This successful implementation demonstrates the potential of AI to enhance public services and streamline border management.

Unlocking Capital and Strengthening Supply Chains
On November 14th, 2025, members gathered for an engaging webinar with C2FO, a global supply chain solutions provider. The session focused on how innovative financing tools like dynamic discounting and supplier-led financing can help PNG SMEs access capital, improve liquidity, and build resilient supply chains.

The Chamber hosted a key webinar on private-public sector collaboration and reform in Papua New Guinea’s state-owned enterprises (SOEs) , led by Jeremy Thorpe (Economist & Public Policy Specialist).

On October 30th, 2025, AmCham in partnership with BSP Financial Group Limited hosted a webinar "Gold in the Market: Unpacking BSP Flash Insights," featuring expert analyses on current gold and forex trends affecting Papua New Guinea.

The Chamber was privileged to have PWC Partner Peter Burnie host and present a vital information session on Tax Update on the 8th of October, 2025. Mr. Burnie's expert insights provided a comprehensive overview of key topics.

Commemorating PNG's 50th Anniversary
Tree Planting at Rearea High School - Lealea Village, Central Province

The Chamber hosted an important update session supported by BSP Financial Group Limited. The event focused on recent developments in the Papua New Guinea economy, including trends in the FX market, economic indicators, and key resource projects.

Participants received insights into the forecast for commodity exports through 2025, with particular attention to fluctuations in oil and LNG prices. The update also covered changes in commodity prices, the overall export outlook, and the influence of FX inflows on the Kina’s valuation.

On July 10th, 2025, AmCham Coral Sea hosted a successful Business Evening at The Stanley Hotel and Suites with the U.S. Sister-City Delegation, facilitated by the U.S. Embassy Port Moresby, to strengthen international ties between Port Moresby and Madang Province. The event focused on key areas such as economic development, education, healthcare, and global event opportunities, opening pathways for strategic partnerships and future collaboration.

Over 10 weeks, AmCham Coral Sea and the U.S. Embassy Wantoks showcased teamwork and sportsmanship in the POM Women’s Softball Tournament, reaching the grand finals.

Exclusive Webinar with Ambassador Kurt Tong Explores U.S.-Asia Trade Dynamics on May 26th, 2025, AmCham Asia-Pacific hosted an exclusive virtual webinar featuring Ambassador Kurt Tong, Managing Partner of the Asia Group and former U.S. diplomat with over 30 years of experience.

On May 20th, 2025, AmCham Coral Sea held a members-only webinar featuring Happymabel Ketias-Zingunzi, Associate Director of Advisory Services at KPMG PNG.