The United States will provide Papua New Guinea with $30 million to expand Starlink satellite internet access throughout the country. This funding follows PNG granting Starlink an operating license, addressing long-standing issues of limited connectivity and high costs. The initiative builds upon existing digital economy agreements established during regional summits between the two nations. The deployment aims to improve internet access for a wider population in PNG, fostering digital inclusion and economic opportunities. This represents a significant investment in the country’s digital infrastructure. The grant underscores growing US-PNG cooperation in the technology sector.