[Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – 31st August 2026] – IBSUniversity is pleased to announce Daltron PNG Limited as the Gold Sponsor of PNG Global Connect 2027, the University’s flagship International Research Conference, to be held on 11th–12th March 2027 at APEC Haus, Port Moresby.

Held under the theme “Transforming Futures through Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Sustainable Development and Inclusive Growth,” PNG Global Connect 2027 will bring together academics, researchers, business leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, development partners and postgraduate students from Papua New Guinea and around the world to explore practical solutions to emerging economic, technological and social challenges.

The partnership reflects a shared commitment by IBSUniversity and Daltron to support education, innovation, workforce development and industry collaboration in Papua New Guinea.

Dr. Durga Prasad. Repakula, Conference Secretariat, PNG Global Connect 2027, welcomed the partnership saying:

” IBSUniversity is delighted to welcome Daltron PNG as a Gold Sponsor. As a leading provider of IT solutions nationwide, Daltron is a valued partner for PNG Global Connect 2027. Their support aligns with IBSUniversity’s vision to “Enrich lives through world-class education, training and research,” while contributing to innovation and nation-building in Papua New Guinea.”

Daltron Assistant General Manager (South Pacific Region), Mr. M. Shehan Zahir, said the company viewed the conference as an important investment in Papua New Guinea’s future, saying:

“Daltron is proud to be the Gold Sponsor of PNG Global Connect 2027. We see this partnership as much more than supporting an international conference—it is an investment in Papua New Guinea’s people, ideas, and future. Innovation, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and sustainable development will play a defining role in how PNG grows and competes in the global economy. As a technology company committed to PNG, Daltron is proud to work alongside IBSUniversity in creating opportunities for knowledge-sharing, industry collaboration and the development of the next generation of leaders, researchers, and technology professionals. We believe that when education, industry and innovation come together, we can help build a smarter, more inclusive, and prosperous future for Papua New Guinea.”

The conference is expected to attract more than 200 delegates, including international speakers, researchers and industry representatives. The conference will feature research presentations, panel discussions, industry showcases, networking opportunities and speakers, research and industry showcase, networking and collaboration opportunities, and a dedicated Young Researchers Forum aimed at supporting emerging scholars and future research leaders.

The conference will focus on four major research areas:

• Innovation, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation
• Sustainable Development, Climate Resilience and Inclusive Communities
• Inclusive Growth, Leadership, Governance, Trade and Investment
• Education Transformation, Human Capital and the Future of Work

All papers submitted to the conference will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process. Accepted papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings with an ISBN, while selected papers may be considered for publication in the IBSU Journal of Business and Research, subject to the journal’s independent editorial and peer-review requirements.

For conference information, sponsorship opportunities, registration details and the Call for Papers,

visit: https://ibsu.ac.pg/globalconnect2027/