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The Independent State of Papua New Guinea

National Trade Portal of Papua New Guinea

The National Trade Portal accelerates the growth of exports, attracts foreign investors and stimulates the local economy as a central hub for all things Trade.

Trade Facilitation Agencies

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National Agriculture & Quarantine Inspection Authority

National Institute of Standards & Industrial Technology

PNG Customs Services

Investment Promotion Authority

Department of Agriculture & Livestock

Climate Change & Development Authority

Welcome to Papua New Guinea Let us grow together!

NEC Decisions No.99/2017, No.82/2019 and No.110/2020 directed for the establishment of the National Trade Office to coordinate the implementation of the National Trade Policy including a central trade policy coordination mechanism to guide PNG to maximize its potentials in trade towards achievement of the Government’s ongoing socio-economic development goals and objectives. Based on the above NEC Decisions and in accordance with the Public Service Management Act 2005, the Department of Personnel Management established the National Trade Office.

Overview of Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea (PNG) is a diverse and vibrant country with a rich cultural heritage and abundant natural resources. It has a strong and growing economy, with a rich mix of agricultural, mining, and energy sectors. PNG is also home to a thriving tourism industry, with a wide range of attractions and activities for visitors to enjoy.

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Papua New Guinea Commodities

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Cocoa Board of Papua New Guinea

Fresh Food Produce Development Authority

Coffee Industry Corporation

Kokonut Industri Koporasen

National Fisheries Authority

Papua New Guinea Forest Authority

Hon. Richard Maru

Minister for International Trade & Investment

Message from the Trade Minister, Hon. Richard Maru.

The key objective of the Policy is to promote sustainable economic growth of our country through encouraging investment in the renewable sector, encourage downstream processing, import substitution, and export diversification development.

I am extremely excited about the National Trade Portal and its potential to foster trade in Papua New Guinea. The portal will provide a central platform for businesses to connect and access information on trade opportunities, regulations, and market intelligence. This will greatly simplify and streamline the process of doing business in the country, making it easier for companies to navigate the complex trade landscape and identify new opportunities.

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Minister's Priorities

Trade Facilitation
Trade Policy

Trade Enforcement
Market Access

The National Trade Portal is a One-Stop-Shop for all things TRADE.

E-Mail: help-desk@nto.gov.pg

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Setting up in your business in PNG is as easy as 1, 2 & 3

Make Trade work for you. Setup a business in Papua New Guinea and take full advantage of the potential that Papua New Guinea has on offer!

1. Research Market & Regulations

It's important to have a good understanding of the market and the laws and regulations that govern doing business in Papua New Guinea.

2. Registering Business

Once you have a clear understanding of the market and regulations, you will need to register your business with the Investment Promotion Authority.

3. Obtain Required Licenses & Permits

Depending on the business type, you want to start, you may need to obtain licenses and permits from the required agencies in order to legally operate your business.

What is the National Trade Portal ?

The primary purpose of this Portal is to promote transparency and ease of access to relevant information and increase compliance to the trade and customs laws, regulations and procedures of PNG by informing and sharing regulatory and policy procedural information as well as providing easy access to trade support institutions and organizations.

How is the Portal setup?

The National Trade Portal will be a website where one can obtain relevant information on regulatory requirements needed to undertake international trade for a particular country. The portal is setup in a user-friendly manner allowing users to be able to navigate seamlessly within the platform in accessing relevant trade information.

How can the National Trade Portal Benefit you?

The key beneficiaries of this activity will be the National Trade Office, Trade Facilitating agencies (Customs, NAQIA, NISIT) and other governmental departments, agencies, commodity boards, private sector stakeholders, business trading community, foreign investors and general public seeking trade related information for business and research purposes.

What you need to start your journey?

The National Trade Portal is designed for all. It utilizes a user-friendly interface and carefully designed navigation tab that allows users to access the information they require in a quick and easy to understand manner. The platform is an ideal starting point for the novice or trade professional for all things Trade in Papua New Guinea.

Have Question ? Get in touch!

If You have any question about the National Trade Portal or Trade in general within Papua New Guinea reach out to us.

National Trade Office Latest News

March 23, 2026

Minister Maru Congratulates Richard Yakam on his Re-appointment as the Chief Trade Officer

Minister Maru Congratulates Richard Yakam on his Re-appointment as the Chief Trade Officer Port Moresby, March 23, 2026- The Minister for International Trade and Investment,

March 20, 2026

Parliament Passes Historic Trade Defense Bill 2026

𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔…Port Moresby, March 19, 2026- Two very important pieces of legislations under the Trade Defence Bill 2026 were unanimously

November 18, 2025

Chief Trade Officer Highlights Long-Term Vision as PNG Advances CEPA Consultations with UAE

𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗣𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗘𝗣𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗨𝗔𝗘The Chief Trade Officer of the National Trade Office Mr. Richard Yakam, addressed

November 17, 2025

PNG-UAE CEPA Workshop Officially Opens in Madang

𝗣𝗡𝗚–𝗨𝗔𝗘 𝗖𝗘𝗣𝗔 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗴The Secretary for International Trade and Investment, Jacinta Warakai-Manua, officially opened the Papua New Guinea–United Arab Emirates (PNG–UAE) Comprehensive

November 10, 2025

National Trade Office Hosting the Pacific Trade Invest New Zealand Team

We were honoured to host the 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐙𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 (𝐏𝐓𝐈 𝐍𝐙) team, led by Trade Commissioner Glynis Miller, together with senior officers, directors

November 3, 2025

The Bougainville Chocolate Festival

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹The Bougainville Chocolate Festival 2025, held from 28th to 30th October at Hutjena Oval, Tsitalato Constituency, Buka (North Bougainville), celebrated the region’s

October 22, 2025

Korea Keen to Deepen Relationship with PNG

Korea Keen to Deepen Relationship with PNG…Port Moresby, October 22, 2025- The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Papua New Guinea (PNG), His Excellency

October 15, 2025

National Trade Office Policy Reviews

Consultations with key government agencies at the National Trade Office Policy Conference Room The National Trade Office (NTO) is currently coordinating four (4) major policy

October 10, 2025

Papua New Guinea Concludes a Successful Journey at the Osaka World Expo 2025

The Osaka World Expo 2025 officially concludes on October 13, 2025, marking the end of a seven-month global event that began on April 13, 2025.

October 3, 2025

APEC Workshop Empowers Indigenous Business Through Trade

𝐀𝐏𝐄𝐂 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Workshop on “Growing Indigenous Business Through Trade” was successfully held at the Hilton Hotel,