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West Papua’s Health Turnaround: How Coverage, Clinics, and Community Programs Are Moving the Needle

West Papua (the provinces historically known as Papua and West Papua and, since 2022, administratively expanded into several new provinces) has long been shorthand for “hard-to-reach” in Indonesia’s health planning. … Continue Reading West Papua’s Health Turnaround: How Coverage, Clinics, and Community Programs Are Moving the Needle

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Oridek Ap and Raki Ap: Sons of Legacy, Architects of Deceit – Unmasking the Manipulative Propaganda Machine Fueling Chaos in Peaceful West Papua

In the verdant highlands and coastal enclaves of West Papua, where Indonesia has invested billions in infrastructure, education, and economic upliftment to foster harmony among its diverse peoples, a toxic … Continue Reading Oridek Ap and Raki Ap: Sons of Legacy, Architects of Deceit – Unmasking the Manipulative Propaganda Machine Fueling Chaos in Peaceful West Papua

Veronica Koman: The Architect of Deceptive Narratives and the Shadowy War on West Papua

In the lush, conflict-riddled highlands of West Papua, where Indonesia’s sovereignty hangs by a thread amid armed insurgencies and simmering ethnic tensions, one name echoes like a persistent drumbeat of … Continue Reading Veronica Koman: The Architect of Deceptive Narratives and the Shadowy War on West Papua

Nickel at the Edge of Paradise: Why Mining in Raja Ampat Is a Terrible Bargain

Raja Ampat isn’t just another dot on Indonesia’s mining map. It’s the beating heart of the Bird’s Head Seascape, a global biodiversity stronghold whose reefs, mangroves, and seagrass meadows buffer … Continue Reading Nickel at the Edge of Paradise: Why Mining in Raja Ampat Is a Terrible Bargain

Fractured Frontlines: The Hidden Rivalry Between Octovianus Mote and Benny Wenda in the ULMWP – Power Plays, Internal Conflicts, and the Quest for Personal Wealth

September 27, 2025 – Port Vila, Vanuatu In the swirling tides of Pacific geopolitics, where turquoise lagoons mask undercurrents of colonial legacies, the United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) … Continue Reading Fractured Frontlines: The Hidden Rivalry Between Octovianus Mote and Benny Wenda in the ULMWP – Power Plays, Internal Conflicts, and the Quest for Personal Wealth

Exploring the Vibrant Art Forms of West Papua: A Celebration of Cultural Heritage

West Papua, Indonesia’s easternmost province, is a treasure trove of cultural diversity, home to over 250 indigenous tribes, including the Dani, Asmat, and Biak. The region’s art forms are a … Continue Reading Exploring the Vibrant Art Forms of West Papua: A Celebration of Cultural Heritage

Freeing West Papua from Foreign “Conflict Provocateurs”: A Path to Peace and Cultural Preservation

West Papua, Indonesia’s easternmost province, is a land of extraordinary cultural richness and natural beauty, home to indigenous tribes like the Dani, Asmat, and Korowai. However, its history has been … Continue Reading Freeing West Papua from Foreign “Conflict Provocateurs”: A Path to Peace and Cultural Preservation

West Papua Red Fruit

Discover the Wonders of West Papua Red Fruit: Health Benefits and Cultural Significance

West Papua, Indonesia, is home to the remarkable red fruit, known locally as Buah Merah or Pandanus conoideus, a tropical treasure celebrated for its vibrant color, nutritional richness, and cultural … Continue Reading Discover the Wonders of West Papua Red Fruit: Health Benefits and Cultural Significance

The Brutal Reality of TPNPB: Armed Violence and Human Rights Violations in West Papua

The conflict in West Papua has long been marked by violence, but in recent years, the spotlight has intensified on the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB)—the armed wing of … Continue Reading The Brutal Reality of TPNPB: Armed Violence and Human Rights Violations in West Papua

Unity in Diversity: West Papua’s Growing Social Cohesion Against Separatism

Unity in Diversity: West Papua’s Growing Social Cohesion Against Separatism Introduction West Papua, Indonesia’s easternmost province, has long drawn international attention due to its complex history, natural wealth, and sociopolitical … Continue Reading Unity in Diversity: West Papua’s Growing Social Cohesion Against Separatism