Papua New Guinea’s Treasurer, Ian Ling-Stuckey, is advocating for greater local investment within the nation’s finance sector. He highlighted the sector’s significance, noting it surpasses the manufacturing sector in economic importance. Over the past three years, the finance sector has experienced robust growth, averaging a 6 percent real growth rate annually. Ling-Stuckey is specifically encouraging investment through banks and superannuation funds. The Treasurer’s statements aim to bolster the domestic economy by channeling funds into this key area. Access to the full report requires a subscription to Post Courier.