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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

Guardians of Eden: West Papua’s Biodiversity and Indonesia’s Commitment to Conservation

Introduction West Papua, located on the western half of New Guinea island, is one of the last frontiers of untouched biodiversity on Earth. With rugged highlands, deep rainforests, and rich … Continue Reading Guardians of Eden: West Papua’s Biodiversity and Indonesia’s Commitment to Conservation

Debunking the ‘Ecocide’ Narrative in West Papua — A Balanced Look at Deforestation, Palm Oil, and Indigenous Rights

By West Papua Online Introduction The phrase “West Papua Ecocide” has gained currency in activist circles, particularly in relation to issues like deforestation, palm oil plantations, and alleged violations of … Continue Reading Debunking the ‘Ecocide’ Narrative in West Papua — A Balanced Look at Deforestation, Palm Oil, and Indigenous Rights

The Unique Fauna of West Papua: Spotlight on the Vogelkop Superb Bird-of-Paradise

The Vogelkop Superb Bird-of-Paradise (Lophorina niedda). Picture source : TKSST West Papua, located on the western half of New Guinea island, is one of the most biologically rich and ecologically … Continue Reading The Unique Fauna of West Papua: Spotlight on the Vogelkop Superb Bird-of-Paradise

Melting faster than ever, Indonesia’s little-known glacier may disappear by 2025

Tropical glacier in Papua is one of a handful left in the world Local tribe in the mountain range considers the glacier a sacred site JAKARTA: Indonesia’s little-known glacier may … Continue Reading Melting faster than ever, Indonesia’s little-known glacier may disappear by 2025

Protecting Marine Potential, KKP Supports West Papua to Become a Conservation Province

IDXChannel – The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries encourages the establishment of a candidate for the Maksegara waters conservation area on the north coast of West Papua. This step … Continue Reading Protecting Marine Potential, KKP Supports West Papua to Become a Conservation Province