ECONOMIC SECTOR

Driving financial institutions and monetary policies towards achieving its medium to long term goals and safe-guarding effective and accountable spending of our provincial budget and public money allocations

sector's roles & responsibilities

Divisions under Economic Sector

Division of Fisheries & Marine Resources

Division of Culture & Tourism

Division of Agriculture & Livestock

Division of Forestry

Division of Lands

Division of Commerce & Industry​

Services Provided

🌍 Vision

“An effective organization that is accountable and responsive to the province’s development aspirations.”
This is the overarching long‑term vision for the entire Provincial Administration—designed to align with West New Britain’s integrated development priorities

WNB Corporate Plan 2023–2027

🚀 Mission

“To enhance and empower the Provincial, District, and Local Level Government Administrations to effectively and efficiently implement sector programs and realize tangible outcomes by 2023.”
This mission drives coordinated service delivery across all levels of government with a strong focus on governance and economic empowerment

WNB Corporate Plan 2023–2027

🎯 Goals & Objectives

  • Strengthen economic sector service delivery through improved planning, coordination, and monitoring
  • Enhance governance at all administrative levels (Province, District, LLG)
  • Prioritize SME growth, fisheries, agriculture and livestock development

WNB Corporate Plan 2023–2027

From the Head of Economic Sector

The Economic Sector is the engine room of growth and sustainability for West New Britain Province. Our commitment lies in empowering rural livelihoods through agriculture, fisheries, forestry, and enterprise development while safeguarding our natural resources for future generations. Guided by our Provincial Development Plan, we prioritize inclusive economic participation, SME support, land accessibility, and investment facilitation. Through collaboration, innovation, and accountability, we aim to unlock the full economic potential of our province for the benefit of all communities.

Mr. Leo Brown
Deputy Administrator Economic Services - Mr. Leo Brown