Stream Tech as Gold Sponsor at DTS25

The PNG Digital Transformation Summit 2025 (DTS25) is Papua New Guinea’s premier gathering for technology, innovation and digital policy. Hosted by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), the four‑day summit will run from 24–27 November 2025 at the Stanley Hotel & Suites, Port Moresby. It brings together government leaders, industry experts, academics, start‑ups and students to share insights on digital identity, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure and emerging technologies. Stream Tech Knowledge, a leading ICT provider in PNG, is proud to join DTS25 as a Gold Sponsor, supporting the nation’s journey toward a smarter, more connected and digitally empowered future.

 

Event Highlights and Focus Areas

The four-day summit’s program is packed with panels, demonstrations and interactive events designed to inspire and educate participants.

 

• Opening ceremonies and keynote speakers: The first day will feature high‑level addresses such as the National Anthem and opening prayer, welcome remarks by DICT Secretary Mr Steven Matainaho, an opening address by Acting ICT Minister Hon. Peter Tsiamalili Jr., and a keynote by Prime Minister Hon. James Marape.

 

• Launch of Digital Government Services: A dedicated launch segment on Day 1 will showcase digital government services with a live demonstration of the SevisPass and e‑Recruitment system.

 

• Detailed session themes:

 

• Governing a digital nation and building a resilient digital infrastructure sessions will explore policy, regulation and critical infrastructure resilience.
• The National Cyber Resilience Framework discussion will examine establishing national and sector CERT capabilities.
• Cloud/Data Centre Hosting Innovations will gather domestic and international providers, including AWS, Oracle, Alibaba and local firms, to discuss cloud adoption and data sovereignty.
• A session on Digital Public Infrastructure will show how digital identity, payments and data exchange drive economic growth.

 

• Plenary and breakout sessions on Day 2: The program features plenary talks on AI for governance and service delivery (Oracle Cloud), the Google Pacific Cable and Starlink projects. Breakouts cover AI use cases (e‑recruitment, visa processing), research showcases from UniTech, DWU, WPU and UPNG, digital government standards and compliance, digital ID and interoperability demonstrations featuring SevisPass and financial‑inclusion use cases, a GovCloud overview, digital signatures for whole‑of‑government, a vice chancellor roundtable and a closed session for development partners.

 

• FutureGen Inclusion & Immersion (Day 3): A youth‑focused day will include a Call of Duty Mobile gaming competition, coding sessions, digital‑skills and cyber‑safety workshops, and talks by PNG content creators. Further sessions cover spectrum management and 5G deployment, combating cybercrime and public-sector branding.

 

• Day 4 commitments: The final day focuses on partnership announcements, including MoU signings, showcases of hackathon and gaming competition winners, a roundtable on implementation pathways and commitments, and a closing address.

 

Expected outcomes and broader goals: The concept note emphasises capacity building for Digital Transformation Officers, stronger policy frameworks, adoption of national digital platforms, expanded innovation ecosystems and reinforced regional leadership.

 

Summary of the highlights:

Event Highlights	What to Expect
AI, cloud & cybersecurity panels	Expert discussions on applying artificial intelligence in government, keeping data safe and using cloud services to improve citizen services.
Digital services demos	Live demonstrations of government platforms such as SevisPass, SevisWallet and SevisDex, showing how digital tools will make life easier for citizens and streamline service delivery.
Hackathon & gaming competitions	Youth‑focused hackathons and one of the region’s largest digital gaming competitions encourage students to code and compete while learning about online safety.
Cyber resilience & digital ID	Sessions on data governance, cybersecurity strategy, digital identity and financial inclusion, plus round‑tables with policymakers to advance national policies.
Expo & start‑up showcase	A digital expo featuring innovations from Stream Tech Knowledge PNG Ltd, universities, private companies and government agencies, blending exhibitions with networking opportunities.

 

These highlights reflect the summit’s mission to build a modern, citizen‑centric government and empower people to benefit from the digital economy.

 

StreamTech’s Role at DTS25

As a Gold Sponsor, StreamTech Knowledge is excited to support DTS25 and showcase how our solutions help organisations accelerate digital transformation. Throughout the summit we will:

 

• Demonstrate our cloud and managed services – visitors can explore how our cloud solutions and managed services enable businesses to scale securely and cost‑
• Promote cybersecurity best practices – our experts will discuss cybersecurity solutions and networking as a service to help organisations protect data and maintain resilient networks.
• Showcase digital identity & fintech innovations – StreamTech is working with partners to deliver digital ID and financial inclusion platforms that align with the government’s digital policies.
• Engage with youth and innovators – we’ll participate in hackathons and coding competitions, encouraging students and start‑ups to collaborate and build ethical, inclusive technologies. The emphasis on listening to youth reflects the minister’s view that digital transformation is ultimately about people.

 

Through these activities, Stream Tech demonstrates its commitment to supporting PNG’s digital agenda and advancing the goals of the Digital Transformation Policy 2020 and related frameworks. We invite attendees to visit our stand, ask questions and discover how our services, including cybersecurity compliance to professional services can help them thrive in the digital age.

 

How DTS25 Advances PNG’s Digital Future

DTS25 is more than a conference; it is part of a broader national effort to modernise government, protect digital infrastructure and empower citizens. The summit aligns with PNG’s Digital Transformation Policy 2020 and builds on recent legislation such as the Digital Government Act 2022, Data Governance and Protection Policy, National Cybersecurity Policy and Strategy, Government Cloud Policy, Digital Government Plan 2023‑2027 and Digital ID Policy 2025. Together these initiatives provide a roadmap for an inclusive digital economy.

 

The summit will convene a diverse community of academics, researchers, students, ICT vendors, start‑ups, telcos, banks, development partners and policy makers. Topics will include:

 

• Digital identity & financial inclusion – exploring how secure digital identities can unlock access to services and support inclusive growth.
• E‑voting & digital government – discussing ways to make civic engagement more efficient and transparent.
• Cybersecurity & critical infrastructure – sharing strategies for protecting vital services and strengthening national cybersecurity readiness.
• Artificial intelligence & cloud technology – highlighting how AI and cloud computing are transforming public services and private enterprise.
• Digital skills & safe participation – promoting digital education, cyber safety and responsible online behaviour.

 

These discussions highlight how DTS25 is the nation’s premier platform for dialogue, collaboration and innovation. By attending the summit, participants can help shape policies that empower citizens and businesses, contribute to an inclusive digital economy and set PNG up for long‑term success.

 

 

Event Details

Item	Details
Dates	24–27 November 2025
Location	Stanley Hotel & Suites, Port Moresby
Host	Department of Information and Communications Technology
Focus areas	Digital identity, financial inclusion, AI, cloud, cybersecurity, 5G, policy dialogue & innovation
Audience	Government leaders, academia, industry, students, start‑ups and civil society
Gold Sponsor	Stream Tech Knowledge PNG Ltd

 

Get Involved

• Stop by our booth at the summit to meet the StreamTech team or reach out via our contact page to discuss your organisation’s digital ambitions.
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