TREASURY DEPT TO CONDUCT GOVERNMENT SECURITIES AWARENESS

By Benjamin KOITAKA

THE Department of Treasury is excited to unveil the Investor Awareness Program on Government Securities, commencing on August 8th, 2025, at the APEC Haus in Port Moresby.

This revitalized initiative, a cornerstone of the government’s commitment and efforts to advancing the domestic financial secondary market, will be held across Papua New Guinea at eight major centres in the weeks following the launch.

From August 8th to October 10th, 2025, the program’s roadshow will feature expertise from leading institutions, including the Bank of Papua New Guinea (BPNG), Kina Securities, BSP Capital Finance, and the Centre of Excellence for Financial Inclusion (CEFI).

These partners will deliver practical guidance, ensuring investors are well-equipped to navigate opportunities in the financial market.

The success of the financing programme this year has been commended by the major development partners, however, have indicated the need for improvement, particularly with investor relations.

The awareness programme worked well in the past, however, has since been dormant so the road show initiative is intended to revive and reopen opportunities for Papua New Guineans investor community to participate.

This program is designed to empower investors by equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to actively participate in government securities.

Participants will gain valuable insights into the mechanics of these financial instruments, including securities’ issuance plans and tenure structure, trading, and settlement processes, alongside strategies for informed investment decisions.

It is also anticipated that the investor community will gain a better understanding of the robust regulatory frameworks that ensure market integrity.

By fostering greater investor participation, the program aims to strengthen Papua New Guinea’s financial landscape and drive economic growth.

This initiative is about empowering our people to contribute to Papua New Guinea’s economic future. At the same time, the initiative offers alternative safe and competitive investment products to enhance diversification of investment portfolios.

By deepening understanding of government securities, investors are able to play a pivotal role in our nation’s development reforms. This in turn fosters a vibrant and inclusive financial market.

The Investor Awareness Program reflects the government’s dedication to promoting financial literacy and economic opportunity.

By participating, investors become active partners in shaping a resilient and dynamic economy.