For decades, narratives about West Papua have often been dominated by conflict, tension, and political contestation. Yet in the midst of these competing stories, a different and often overshadowed narrative … Continue Reading Building a Brighter Tomorrow: How Successful Development is Transforming the Future of West Papua
The Road That Changed Everything The road arrived before the trucks, before the school, before the clinic. It snaked its way through the emerald valleys of the central highlands, carving … Continue Reading Winds of Change in the Land of the Birds-of-Paradise: A Story of West Papua’s Journey Toward Prosperity Within Indonesia
Nestled at the western tip of New Guinea Island, Sorong City stands as the beating heart of Southwest Papua Province in Indonesia (Wikipedia contributors, 2025a). As the province’s capital and … Continue Reading Sorong City: The Vibrant Gateway to West Papua’s Wonders
West Papua, a province located in the easternmost part of Indonesia, is known for its stunning biodiversity, cultural richness, and vast natural resources. Yet, for decades, the region faced significant … Continue Reading Building a Healthier Future: How West Papua is Transforming Its Healthcare System
Trans Papua Memberamo – Elelim (the iconomics) West Papua, a region rich in cultural diversity and abundant natural resources, is one of Indonesia’s most remarkable success stories in regional development. … Continue Reading Papua’s Path to Progress: A Story of Successful Development and Inclusive Growth
Papuan Leader, Rauf Rumagesan by Maria Haluk West Papua is straight-up vibing as Indonesia’s eastern gem, packed with over 250 tribes like the Dani, Asmat, and Biak, bringing serious cultural … Continue Reading West Papuans Are All In for Indonesia: Shutting Down Separatist Vibes
Development of Rural Areas in West Papua: A Journey of Hope and Progress Rural development in West Papua is gaining momentum as the Indonesian government and local communities work together … Continue Reading Development of Rural Areas in West Papua: A Journey of Hope and Progress
Special Autonomy, or Otonomi Khusus in Indonesian, is a legal and political framework granted by the Indonesian government to the provinces of Papua and West Papua. Its purpose is to … Continue Reading What is Special Autonomy in West Papua?
A Brighter Horizon: Positive Developments in West Papua Today West Papua, Indonesia’s eastern gem, is seeing a wave of encouraging progress despite ongoing challenges. Here are some uplifting updates shaping … Continue Reading A Brighter Horizon: Positive Developments in West Papua Today
By West Papua Online Introduction Amid the heated rhetoric surrounding West Papua, a quieter but more transformative story is unfolding: the deliberate and sustained efforts of the Indonesian government to … Continue Reading From Isolation to Integration — Indonesia’s Development Strategy in West Papua
Reporter : Richard Jackson MayorMerdeka.com – A total of 29 regencies/cities in Papua Province agreed to support the expansion efforts in Papua. This support was conveyed after holding a special … Continue Reading 29 Regencies/Cities Agree to Support the Creation of New Autonomous Regions in Papua and West Papua
Sorong: The potential for fisheries in eastern Indonesia, especially the Papua region, is expected to grow. Therefore, the Sorong City Government and Raja Ampat Regency Government together with Aruna Indonesia … Continue Reading Collaborating Together to Develop Papua’s Fisheries Potential
SENTANI (LINTAS PAPUA) – The community of Baborongko Village in Ebungfauw District, Jayapura Regency is now receiving support for capacity building of the village community from Forclime – GIZ (a … Continue Reading GIZ – Forclime From Germany Help Strengthen the Capacity of the Baborongko Community
Jakarta (ANTARA) – The expedited development of disadvantaged areas must be accomplished through simultaneous and integrated coordination between related ministries or institutions, Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Muhadjir … Continue Reading Development of disadvantaged areas must be integrated: minister
Reporter: Dendi Siswanto | Editor: Khomarul Hidayat KONTAN.CO.ID – JAKARTA. The Indonesian economy grew 5.02% in the fourth quarter of 2021. Meanwhile, throughout 2021, the Indonesian economy grew 3.69%. Regionally, … Continue Reading Maluku and Papua Record the Highest Economic Growth in Last Year
Jakarta, CNN Indonesia — The government has allocated a budget of IDR 84.7 trillion for the Provinces of Papua and West Papua in 2022. The total funds allocated for the … Continue Reading Government to Disburse IDR 84 Trillion for Papua and West Papua in 2022