04/12/2024
About the Asia Pacific Economic Research Foundation
The Asia Pacific Economic Research Foundation (APERF) is a think tank dedicated to addressing development challenges in the Asia-Pacific region. We facilitate discussions and debates on critical economic issues, aiming to influence policies that shape the region’s development trajectory. Our primary platform for engaging stakeholders is through Facebook, where we foster dialogue among professionals from diverse fields.
Our Network and Expertise
The foundation leverages the technical expertise of a vast network of professionals engaged in development work across Asia and the Pacific. Our members include economists, business managers, market strategists, financial experts, accountants, public reform specialists, lawyers, journalists, psychologists, consultants, academics, engineers, environmental scientists, climate change experts, public health professionals, clinicians, philosophers, theologians, and pastors. If you work in the development field, we invite you to send us a friend request and participate in our discussions to help shape policy.
Our Mission
Our goal is to foster knowledge-sharing and engage in discussions about the key issues affecting development in the Asia-Pacific region. Members are encouraged to contribute by sharing media articles, donor reports, policies, development blogs, and publicly available statistics on human development outcomes in the region.
Research Focus Areas
The foundation’s research is based on fiscal and monetary policy data from government treasuries, central banks, monetary authorities, the United Nations, World Bank, Asian Development Bank, the Australian National University, and the University of Papua New Guinea. Our key areas of research include:
Financial markets
Rural agricultural development
Social services
Law and justice
Public administration
Climate change
Pandemics
Energy transition
Extractive Industry Transparency Initiatives (EITI)
Our Services
To support our core objectives of economic growth and sustain operational costs, we offer a variety of services:
Telecommunications Resale:
We are a registered reseller of Telikom Rait Cards, BMobile, and Digicel Flex Cards. A US$1 fee applies to transactions under US$5, and a US$2 fee applies to purchases over US$20.
SME Investment Connections:
We connect Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with the Bank of Papua New Guinea for investment opportunities. Professional fees of up to US$100 apply, with additional communication and transport costs of up to US$100.
Grant Application Facilitation:
We assist with development grant applications from diplomatic missions and donor agencies. A service fee of US$200 is charged for application facilitation, with an additional fee of US$100 per day for drafting proposals and concept notes.
Job Search Assistance:
We provide job search services for individuals seeking employment in Papua New Guinea (US$200) or abroad (US$300). This service is valid for 12 months.
Scholarship Search:
We assist candidates with finding scholarship opportunities in economics, public policy, law, and business management. A service fee of US$200 applies, with the search valid for 12 months.
Visa & Passport Services:
We assist with foreign visa and PNG passport applications, as well as travel and hotel bookings. A service fee of US$200 applies per client.
Business Registration:
For clients in Papua New Guinea, we offer assistance with formal SME registration with the Investment Promotion Authority and obtaining tax registration numbers from the Internal Revenue Commission. A service fee of US$200 applies.
Real Estate Search:
We assist clients in finding residential properties for lease or sale through local real estate businesses. A service fee of US$200 applies per client.
Grocery Shopping for Busy Clients:
We offer grocery shopping services for busy professionals, with pick-up points at various locations in Port Moresby. A service fee of US$20 applies.
Contact Information
For further information or inquiries, please contact Ms. Margaret George at the Heliconia Ridge Estate in Tokarara, Port Moresby, National Capital District. You can reach her via email at:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Please note: Do not send Facebook messages. Kindly call, followed by a WhatsApp message or email. All clients and business partners must have a valid Facebook account, work ID, NID, and Passport. All financial transactions are processed through our company account with Kina Bank in Port Moresby.
Important Notice
The Asia Pacific Economic Research Foundation’s official page has been restored.
All official correspondence from the foundation must be sealed with the company stamp and signed manually. Electronic signatures on the letterhead are not official.
For phone inquiries, contact us on:
Mobile: (+675) 7808 4776 or (+675) 765 36202
We ask for your support and prayers to protect the integrity of our foundation and its work. We offer a discounted rate to our loyal clients.
