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The Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA) is undertaking a national consultation process to review the Tourism Promotion Authority Act 1993 (The Act).
This is part of the authority’s policy, legislative and institutional reforms that started in 2023, with the gap analysis of the legislation, formulation of the Zero draft of the tourism bill in 2024, endorsement and launch of the National Tourism Policy 2025-2045 in 2025 and now the tourism sector legislation consultation
The National Executive Council in its decision No.179/2025 endorsed the National Tourism Policy 2025–2045 and the subsequent review of the Tourism Promotion Authority Act 1993.
The objective of this legislative reform is to modernize tourism legislation, so it better reflects the current tourism environment, supports sustainable growth, strengthens governance, and improves coordination between the national and provincial governments.
The Tourism Promotion Authority Act 1993 has guided the sector for more than 30 years. During this time, the global and domestic tourism industry has evolved significantly.
Papua New Guinea now requires an updated legislation that:
Tourism is widely recognized as a key economic opportunity for PNG and plays an important role in job creation, cultural preservation, and regional development.
First Consultation Session in Port Moresby, NCD, of the Tourism Sector Legislation REview
The national consultation workshops aim to:
A Zero Draft Tourism Authority Bill, developed with the Office of the State Solicitor, will guide the discussions throughout the consultation process.
Launch of the National Tourism Policy 2025-2045
During our consultations, stakeholders and community members have asked many insightful questions about the tourism legislation review. Explore our FAQs to see the most common questions and get clear answers about the process, proposed changes, and how you can stay involved.
This review examines the Tourism Promotion Authority Act (1993) to ensure it aligns with the Papua New Guinea National Tourism Policy 2025–2045, strengthens governance, and supports the future growth of tourism across the country.
The Act is more than 30 years old and no longer reflects current tourism realities, provincial roles, or modern policy directions. The review ensures the law remains relevant, effective, and fit for purpose.
Due to time, funding, and logistical constraints, it was not possible to conduct face-to-face consultations in every province. Provinces were selected to ensure regional representation across the country.
While not every province is hosting an in-person session, all provinces are included in the consultation process through online consultations and written submissions.
Stakeholders can participate through:
Online consultation sessions conducted via Microsoft Teams
Written submissions sent electronically or in hard copy
Details and links will be published on this website and shared through official channels.
Yes. Online sessions via Microsoft Teams will allow participants to:
Listen to presentations
Ask questions
Provide comments and feedback in real time
Anyone with an interest in tourism, including:
Provincial and local governments
Tourism operators and businesses
Landowners and community groups
Civil society and NGOs
Development partners
Members of the public
All feedback—both in-person and online—will be documented, reviewed, and considered in drafting proposed amendments to the Act.
Yes. Further opportunities to provide feedback may be available as the review progresses, including during validation or public awareness phases.
Yes. One key focus of the review is to strengthen national–provincial coordination and clarify roles to better support tourism development at the provincial and local levels.
Updates, schedules, Zoom Meeting links, Facebook Livestream and submission details will be published on this website and shared through official PNGTPA communication channels.
For enquiries or to request participation details, please contact:
📧 pngtpa.act1993@papuanewguinea.travel
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Thank you for submitting your registration for the PNG Tourism Sector Legislation Review!
Spaces are limited per consultation, so only registered participants will be contacted.
Kind regards,
The Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority
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