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Papua New Guinea Business Opportunities Seminar 2024
Description This business opportunities seminar in Papua New Gguinea, will showcase the pipeline of projects funded by ADB and other development partners. The resource persons are representatives from ADB, World Bank, JICA, Governments of...

JON YOGIYO PAPUA NEW GUINEA COFFEE LEGEND
Mr. VS Jon Yogiyo (“Jon”), a legendary “coffee man” from the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea left us on August 21, 2024 to take his seat in the heaven. PORT MORESBY , PAPUA NEW GUINEA , August 22, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- It Is a very...

Groundbreaking Expedition in Papua New Guinea's Coral Triangle Uncovers Vital Data for Marine Conservation
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 27, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A recent three-month scientific expedition in Papua New Guinea has made significant strides in understanding and protecting one of the most biodiverse marine regions on Earth. Led by...

K92 Mining Announces Appointment of Robert Smillie as Vice President - Exploration
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K92 Mining Inc. (“K92” or the “Company”) (TSX: KNT; OTCQB: KNTNF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Smillie, as Vice President - Exploration. The Company also announces...

Microbix & ACPCC support efforts to eliminate cervical cancer in the Indo-Pacific
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario and MELBOURNE, Australia, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Microbix Biosystems Inc. (TSX: MBX, OTCQX: MBXBF, Microbix®), a life sciences innovator, manufacturer, and exporter, and the Australian Centre for the Prevention of...

Australian Government Prevails in Climate Lawsuit
(MENAFN) The Australian authorities have secured a significant legal victory in a prominent environmental case brought forward by citizens of island communities threatened by the consequences of global warming. The court case, which has attracted...

Great Pacific Gold Appoints Callum Spink as Vice President, Exploration
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Great Pacific Gold Corp. ("Great Pacific Gold,” “GPAC,” or the "Company") (TSXV: GPAC) (OTCQX: FSXLF) (Germany: V3H) has recently commenced a 5,000 meter diamond drill program at the...

K92 Mining Announces Strong Q2 Production Results – 34,816 oz AuEq Produced, and Commenced Commissioning of 1.2 Mtpa Stage 3 Process Plant in June
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K92 Mining Inc. (“K92” or the “Company”) (TSX: KNT; OTCQX: KNTNF) is pleased to announce production results for the second quarter (“Q2”) of 2025 from its Kainantu Gold Mine in Papua...

Island Passage Commences Phase 4 Exploration Program and Summarizes Results from Phase 3 Work at EL02 License, Bougainville Island, PNG
ARAWA, Papua New Guinea, Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Island Passage Exploration Limited (IPX or the “Company”) announces the commencement of Phase Four of its mineral exploration program on the Isina exploration license (EL02) on...

SOLOMON ISLANDS, AUSTRALIA AND PNG WORK TOGETHER ON NEW VISA SYSTEM
SOLOMON ISLANDS, AUSTRALIA AND PNG WORK TOGETHER ON NEW VISA SYSTEM Immigration officers from Solomon Islands, Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG) gathered in Honiara […]

UNITAR and Pasona Group Strengthen Partnership: Collaborating for Asia-Pacific Leaders in Sea and Human Security
The training sessions kicked off in Awaji Island as part of the 12-day workshop for the Leaders for a Free and Open Indo-Pacific: Sea and Human Security Training Programme, which is part of the Japan-funded Shimanami Collective initiative. Pasona...

Pacific Learners Complete Japan Study Tour on Early Warning Systems to Combat Disaster Risks
The Pacific learners began their studies on 11 November 2024 in Hiroshima, with a lecture at Hiroshima University on the effect of climate change in the form of tropical cyclones. They visited the Hiroshima City Torrential Rain Disaster Memorial...

ADB Appoints Emma Veve as Director General for Pacific
MANILA, PHILIPPINES (3 February 2025) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed Emma Veve as Director General of its Pacific Department (PARD), where she will be responsible for the department’s vision and strategy in the subregion....

Australia Kicks Off Historic Talisman Sabre War Games
(MENAFN) Australia kicked off its most expansive and complex military drill to date, Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025, with an official ceremony held Sunday aboard the HMAS Adelaide, according to a statement from the Defense Ministry. Now in its 11th...

K92 Mining Announces Retirement of Philip Samar from Executive Role, Transition to Senior Advisor
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K92 Mining Inc. (“K92” or the “Company”) (TSX: KNT; OTCQB: KNTNF) announces the retirement of Philip Samar from his role as Vice President, Government and Community Affairs. Philip...

Asia-Pacific Naval Officers engage in dialogue on naval warfare
The symposium featured presentations, case studies, and group exercises designed to address the complexities of naval warfare. Key themes included the application of IHL or LOAC in naval operations, the distinction between maritime law enforcement...

Coffee Market Size Worth USD 381.52 Billion by 2034
Ottawa, July 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to Precedence Research, the worldwide coffee market size was estimated at $245.2 billion in 2024, rising from its current value of nearly $256.29 billion. The imports and exports of certified...

ADB, ECOM Sign $100 Million Social Loan to Enhance Climate Resilience of Coffee Value Chain in Asia Pacific
MANILA, PHILIPPINES (17 December 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a $100 million loan agreement with ECOM Agroindustrial Corporation Limited and ECOM Agroindustrial Asia Private Limited (ECOM) to enhance the climate resilience...

Pacific Partnership 2024-2 Concludes Second Mission Stop in Legazpi, Philippines
In a collaborative effort between Australia, Japan, the Philippines, Republic of Korea, Singapore, United Kingdom and the United States, PP24-2 participants held basic first aid workshops for 98 members of the community; taught health and music...

Diocese of Srikakulam Announces Vibrant Summer of Faith, Service, and Global Mission
SRIKAKULAM , ANDHRA PRADESH , INDIA, July 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Diocese of Srikakulam is pleased to share joyful updates from a summer filled with spiritual milestones, dedicated community service, and growing global outreach. From...