Real-time statistics of Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea sits in the Oceania (subregion: Melanesia). Its capital city is Port Moresby and the national territory covers 462,840 km², offering a variety of landscapes and climates.

The current population (2024) is estimated at 10,576,502 inhabitants, highlighting the demographic weight of the nation. Main languages include English, Hiri Motu, Tok Pisin, a sign of its cultural diversity and the historical influence of different communities.

The nominal gross domestic product (2024) reaches 32,538,480,024 US dollars. The official currency is Papua New Guinean kina (PGK), used daily across both metropolitan areas and rural zones for commerce and services.

Economy and development

During the latest period with available data, real GDP grew by 4.10%, providing a view into the performance of productive sectors and development policies. Infrastructure and services in Port Moresby act as a hub of innovation and connection with international markets.

Comparison with other countries

It shares borders with IDN, facilitating trade and cultural exchange with its neighbors.

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