Key Market Indicators
Papua New Guinea's metal imports are set to decline in the coming years. In 2021, the country was ranked 30th with 9.2 million metric tons of imports. This figure is anticipated to fall to 9.2 million by 2026, representing a 5.2% drop on average each year since 1976. Japan, South Korea, and Germany ranked second, third, and fourth respectively for metal imports in 2021. Romania overtook Papua New Guinea, importing 12.6 million metric tons.
