Why Having a Will Matters in PNG: Protecting Your Family and Your Legacy
In Papua New Guinea (PNG), it is still rare for people to write a will before they pass away.
Things to know when financing a transaction in the Pacific
Financing transactions are a critical enabler of commercial activity in Papua New Guinea (PNG), supporting business establishment, expansion, infrastructure development and investment across key sectors of the economy.
Customs Recognition (Repeal) Act 2025: Reframing the role of Custom in Papua New Guinea’s legal system
This article looks at the Papua New Guinea legal system and how the Customs Recognition (Repeal) Act 2025 has reframed it.
Understanding Customary Land Access in Papua New Guinea: Key Considerations and Challenges
In PNG, customary land is owned and managed by indigenous communities, according to their traditional customs. The Constitution of the Independent State of PNG (1975) (PNG Constitution) recognises and protects customary land, ensuring landowners are not unfairly deprived of their land [1].
The use of AI in legal research- A Papua New Guinean Case
A Papua New Guinean lawyer was recently cited for potential professional misconduct after the Court submissions she filed were found to have cited false case law authorities.
