Papua New Guinea National Research Institute

Papua New Guinea National Research Institute PNGNRI is PNG's leading think tank on public policy and development-related issues and trends.

The National Research Institute (NRI) is Papua New Guinea's leading think tank on public policy and development-related issues and trends.

BLOGS RELEASED:1️⃣ How to manage population growth to minimise service delivery challenges in Papua New Guineahttps://ww...
19/08/2026

BLOGS RELEASED:
1️⃣ How to manage population growth to minimise service delivery challenges in Papua New Guinea
https://www.pngnri.org/images/Blogs/PPBLOG_No.49_How_to_manage_population_growth_to_minimise_service_delivery_challenges_in_Papua_New_Guinea.pdf

2️⃣ Barriers to effective rural health service delivery: Insights from Finschhafen and Tewai-Siassi districts, Morobe Province
https://www.pngnri.org/images/Blogs/PPBLOG_No.50_Barriers_to_effective_rural_health_service_delivery-_Insights_from_Finschhafen_and_Tewai-Siassi_districts_Morobe_Province.pdf

As the 2027 National General Elections approach, political parties and prospective candidates, including women, are prep...
13/08/2026

As the 2027 National General Elections approach, political parties and prospective candidates, including women, are preparing.
Joseph Kaile, a Research Officer with the Political and Governance Program at the PNG National Research Institute, discussed his latest publication, “Prospects for Women Candidates in the Upcoming 2027 National General Election,” during the NBC Radio Show. The discussion addressed historical trends regarding women candidates, their underrepresentation in politics, the challenges they face, and the opportunities available to them.
https://www.pngnri.org/images/Publications/Spotlight_Vol_19_Issue_8-Prospects_for_Women_Candidates_in_the_2027_Upcoming_National_Election.pdf

SPOTLIGHT RELEASED:The 2027 Papua New Guinea National General Election is just nine months away! As political parties ge...
05/08/2026

SPOTLIGHT RELEASED:
The 2027 Papua New Guinea National General Election is just nine months away! As political parties gear up for seats in the 12th Parliament, all eyes will be on women candidates more than ever. Since Independence, only 10 women have been elected despite growing participation.

Publication:https://www.pngnri.org/images/Publications/Spotlight_Vol_19_Issue_8-Prospects_for_Women_Candidates_in_the_2027_Upcoming_National_Election.pdf
Media Release:https://www.pngnri.org/images/Press-Releases/Media_Releaese_2027_PNG_Election-_Focus_on_Women_Candidates_Final.pdf

Attention architects!PNGNRI invites experienced firms and registered architects to express interest in providing profess...
22/07/2026

Attention architects!
PNGNRI invites experienced firms and registered architects to express interest in providing professional architectural design services for three one-bedroom quadplex homes.

Don't miss this opportunity to contribute your expertise!

Follow the link:https://www.pngnri.org/images/Public_Notice/EXPRESSIONS_OF_INTEREST_EOI-Architectural_Design_Services_advert.pdf

SPOTLIGHT RELEASED:Papua New Guinea’s new 1-6-6 education structure is a big step toward ensuring no child is left behin...
21/07/2026

SPOTLIGHT RELEASED:
Papua New Guinea’s new 1-6-6 education structure is a big step toward ensuring no child is left behind by removing the Grades 8 and 10 exams. But with rapid population growth, the country’s basic education system is facing serious pressure from increasing student numbers.

The report takes a deep dive into how population growth and socio-economic factors are affecting PNG’s education system.
Learn more about the challenges and what needs to be done to support teachers, schools, and students across the country.

Publication:https://www.pngnri.org/images/Publications/Spotlight_Vol_19_Issue_7-Population_growth_and_socio-economic_challenges_facing_basic_education_in_Papua_New_Guinea_.pdf
Media Release:https://www.pngnri.org/images/Press-Releases/Media_Releaese_Population_growth_puts_pressure_on_PNGs_basic_education_system_Final.pdf

Chairman's Seminar Series:Population Data Collection, Storage, Management and Application for Planning, Elections and Ot...
16/07/2026

Chairman's Seminar Series:
Population Data Collection, Storage, Management and Application for Planning, Elections and Other Purposes

Day 1: Emphasised the need for timely, secure, and accurate data for Papua New Guinea's national development and efficient decision-making. Coordination, infrastructure, data sharing, and capacity building continue to remain obstacles despite advancements in digital transformation, census systems, civil registration, and data management.

The seminar emphasised the need for a coordinated national data infrastructure, where data gathered from local wards to national agencies is appropriately maintained and used to support elections, planning, service delivery, and people's general well-being.

Hon. Richard Masere, Minister for Administrative Services, delivering his opening remarks and overview, & Challenges in ...
15/07/2026

Hon. Richard Masere, Minister for Administrative Services, delivering his opening remarks and overview, & Challenges in the Digital Age, at the PNGNRI Chairman's seminar on Population Data Collection, Storage, Management, and other purposes at the Forest Research Institute (FRI) in Lae.

Chairman's Seminar Series:The Papua New Guinea National Research Institute (PNGNRI) will host a seminar on 15-16 July 20...
10/07/2026

Chairman's Seminar Series:
The Papua New Guinea National Research Institute (PNGNRI) will host a seminar on 15-16 July 2026 at the PNG Forest Research Institute, Lae.

The event will focus on improving population data collection, storage, and management vital for planning, governance, and elections. Key speakers include Hon. Richard Masere and Professor Nicole Hailey.

Stakeholders from across government and civil society are invited to collaborate on strategies to enhance electoral integrity and national development.

Media Statement:https://www.pngnri.org/images/Press-Releases/CHAIRMANS_SEMINAR_SERIES_Media_Statement.pdf

09/07/2026

PNGNRI Short Course:
FOUNDATIONS OF NATURAL RESOURCE ECONOMICS
From Forests to Fisheries — Learn the Economics Behind PNG's Resources
Where the subject matter begins: the fundamentals.
Ever wondered why a standing tree is sometimes worth more than a tree cut down? Or how PNG balances mining wealth with sustainable growth? The NREM course builds your foundation in economic theory and natural resource economics — including forestry, fisheries, and non-renewable resources.
What you'll learn:
• Core economic principles & market structures
• Production and cost functions
• Economic growth & sustainable development
• Economics of forestry, fisheries & non-renewable resources

Enrolment is open:https://www.pngnri.org/images/Public_Notice/NREM2026_advertupdated.pdf

Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, 24 July 2026

SPOTLIGHT RELEASED:Papua New Guinea’s resource sectors are on the rise with big projects like TotalEnergies’ Papua LNG c...
07/07/2026

SPOTLIGHT RELEASED:
Papua New Guinea’s resource sectors are on the rise with big projects like TotalEnergies’ Papua LNG coming soon. The government plans to train 200,000 skilled workers through TVET to meet the demand. But a 2024 survey shows only 10% of recent TVET grads work in these sectors. Let’s support PNG TVET graduates to boost their employability in the resource industries!

Publication:https://www.pngnri.org/images/Publications/Spotlight_Vol_19_Issue_6-How_do_we_improve_the_employability_of_PNG_TVET_graduates_in_the_extractive_and_construction_sectors_.pdf
Media Release:https://www.pngnri.org/images/Press-Releases/Media_Release-Ways_to_improve_employability_of_PNG_TVET_graduates_in_the_resource_sector-inal.pdf

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