Surveys

The INA Private Sector Survey aims to collect accurate and up-to-date information on the challenges, opportunities, and experiences of businesses in Papua New Guinea. The findings are used to inform government policy, guide development partner support, and monitor changes in the business and investment environment over time.

2017 INA's Private Sector Survey

The Institute of National Affairs (INA) is once again conducting its five-yearly Private Sector Survey on the Business and Investment Environment in Papua New Guinea.

This nationwide survey is designed to better understand the challenges and issues faced by businesses in PNG, and to provide informed policy advice to government agencies, development partners, and other stakeholders. It also enables comparisons over time with previous surveys, which have been conducted since the 1990s.

Past surveys—supported by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), World Bank, and the Australian Government—have been widely used to inform policy development and shape practical interventions. The 2017 survey is funded by the Australian Government through the Papua New Guinea Governance Facility (PGF).

Why This Survey Matters

Businesses in PNG continue to face numerous obstacles—ranging from infrastructure shortfalls, power and communication challenges, and foreign exchange access, to broader systemic issues.

This survey provides tangible, evidence-based insights from businesses across the country—whether large or small, local or foreign-owned, and operating in agriculture, manufacturing, or services. These insights are shared with:

National and local policymakers

The private sector itself, through reports and workshops

International agencies

Your Participation Is Vital

We strongly encourage all businesses in PNG to participate. Your input will help ensure the survey reflects the real and diverse experiences of the business community and helps set clear priorities for action.

Confidentiality guaranteed: All responses are anonymous. No company names or individual data will be published.

How to Participate?

You can Complete the Survey-form by:

Email or Hard Copy

Request or return the questionnaire via email to steven.goie@cimcpng.org
Or mail to:
Institute of National Affairs, P.O. Box 1530, Port Moresby, NC

Online Survey

Click the button below to complete the online form:

Thank you for your time, support, and valuable input. Your participation is deeply appreciated and plays a vital role in helping us drive meaningful change. Every response counts, and your continued engagement truly makes a difference.