rural business

But thanks to 3G, 4G and now 5G mobile technology, coupled with widespread installation of cellular towers in rural areas region-wide, that little message shows up much less frequently.

Most importantly, the rapid spread of internet connectivity and mobile telephony, reaching into the most remote rural communities, has resulted in countless opportunities to help address chronic problems such as poverty, malnutrition and inequality.

The main areas of discussion for APEC Leaders centre  around the topic of inclusive growth for people from around the region, with an emphasis on human resource development.

He says enhancing the role of women in the economy, empowering rural communities and helping small businesses participate in global supply chains are all important issues for Papua New Guinea.