Papua New Guinea's Digital Transformation: The Power of Strategic Partnerships
In the realm of digital transformation, Papua New Guinea (PNG) is making significant strides, thanks to a series of strategic partnerships and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs). At the heart of these developments is the University of Technology (UoT), positioning itself as the hub for online learning in the country. The journey began in October 2018 when the UoT and Huawei signed an MoU to establish the Huawei Academy. This partnership was witnessed by the National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA), marking a significant step towards digital education in PNG. Huawei Marine played a crucial role in building the Kumul Submarine Cable Network, managed by DataCo, which is vital for the digital connectivity of the country. Photo from Post Courier The latest agreement with China to enhance digital transformation in PNG is the icing on the cake. With the support of NICTA, DataCo, Huawei, the Chinese government, and the PNG government, the UoT is set to become th