Partnerships Must Uplift PNG Not Weaken It

Since May to June 2026, I had the privilege of leading high‑level discussions and negotiations with two international companies seeking to participate in Papua New Guinea’s growing economy through partnerships with Brave Group (PNG) Limited. Each came with different interests, but both recognised the strategic value, credibility, and national influence that Brave Group carries in PNG.

The first company approached us with the intention of becoming a major client by purchasing goods from Brave Group. However, their proposal required taking 50% equity ownership of Brave Group as a condition of doing business. After careful consideration, I made the firm decision to decline the offer.  

My stance remains clear and unwavering: PNG’s economic power, ownership, and identity must remain in the hands of PNGeans. No amount of foreign capital or convenience is worth surrendering the very legacy we are building for our people. Brave Group will continue to supply what the world needs — but without compromising national ownership of what rightfully belongs to PNG.

The second company sought to provide services within the country. After a series of constructive negotiations, we successfully closed a partnership agreement today. The terms reflect fairness, mutual respect, and shared responsibility. I ensured that Brave Group carries no unnecessary legal obligations, no disproportionate risks, and no clauses that undermine our sovereignty or operational freedom. They accepted all recommendations, and we look forward to a productive three‑year collaboration that will directly benefit PNG and the young population I am committed to empowering.

The message I want to share is simple but critical:  

Do not sell your economic power, resources, or national identity cheaply just because others come with money, capital, or the appearance of being more advanced.  

God entrusted PNG’s land, resources, and opportunities to us, just as He entrusted other nations with theirs. If foreign partners desire to work with us, they must do so on terms that are just, fair, transparent, and mutually beneficial — not one‑sided, not exploitative, and not designed to bind us through legal traps or risk transfers.

Partnerships must uplift PNG, not weaken it.  

Ownership must remain with PNGeans.  

And the future of this nation must be shaped by those who love it most — its own people.

Wesley Roy

Brave Group Papua New Guinea Ltd