In good spirits, both the National Information & Communications Technology Authority (NICTA) and the PNG Customs Service have inked an MoU to form a partnership in ensuring the effective execution of their respective functions, allowing for free flow of trade in the ICT sector. According to NICTA, the MoU follows a review of an existing collaboration that has been ongoing since 2012 between both agencies. It empowers the enfocement of Nicta’s Type Approval Compliance function by PNGCS in respect of all ICT equipment imports. PNG Customs Services Chief Commissioner David Towe stated that they believe in working in partnership as it has been a key figure in their success. He stated that the ICT industry is evolving and it is vital that we keep up with latest technology and commended NICTA for the work that they do. The MoU will address and strengthen the response to the level of assistance to be provided by PNGCS when administerin PNG borders for ICT regulatory purposes, ensure entry of type approved genuine ICT equipment in the PNG Market place and other responsibilities. The signing also marks an important milestone for NICTA, with the automatization, its equipment/Apparatus Type approval process from the traditional manual listing and vetting process so that checks and approval are done online with less delay and greater efficiency for customers both domestic and international.