In the absence of a well-developed local manufacturing base for building materials, Papua New Guinea’s construction sector has largely depended on imported materials over the years, which has translated into high costs and slow development. However, recent government policy changes geared towards reducing imports of capital goods and encouraging self-sufficiency could be a boon for domestic producers, which should help to lower operating costs for the sector over time. Despite the overall lack of capacity, there are some established segments, including water tanks and steel products. Notably, the country has access to significant supplies of lumber, and local cement production is considered strong. The PNG