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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 rejection of the 1st July commemoration of the Organisasi Papua Merdeka (OPM)

The rejection of the 1st July commemoration of the Organisasi Papua Merdeka (OPM), also known as the Free Papua Movement, reflects a significant stance by various Papuan community leaders and … Continue Reading The rejection of the 1st July commemoration of the Organisasi Papua Merdeka (OPM)

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

Successful Development in Papua, Indonesia: Progress Amid Challenges

Elementary school students in Biak Numfor District, Papua, are accessing the internet as part of their school literacy program. Copyright: ANTARA/Muhsidin In recent years, Papua—Indonesia’s easternmost region located on the … Continue Reading Successful Development in Papua, Indonesia: Progress Amid Challenges

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Benny Wenda’s Provocative Propaganda with the Establishment of the Papuan Intelligence Agency

Benny Wenda’s assertion through media coverage of the establishment of the Papuan Intelligence Agency is an attempt to increase the legitimacy of his weak leadership. As the interim President appointed … Continue Reading Benny Wenda’s Provocative Propaganda with the Establishment of the Papuan Intelligence Agency

Support special autonomy and the new autonomous region, Regional Leaders and Leaders of West Papua Send Declaration Documents to President Jokowi

MANOKWARI – The Acting Governor of West Papua Paulus Waterpauw sent the West Papua People’s Declaration Document containing support for the Special Autonomy (Otsus) policy and the establishment of a … Continue Reading Support special autonomy and the new autonomous region, Regional Leaders and Leaders of West Papua Send Declaration Documents to President Jokowi

Thousands of Masses Return to the Office of the Regional People’s Representative Council of Sorong City to Demand Acceleration of the Establishment of Southwest Papua

Breaking News Thousands of masses returned to the office of the Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) of Sorong City, to express their position in supporting the expansion of the Southwest … Continue Reading Thousands of Masses Return to the Office of the Regional People’s Representative Council of Sorong City to Demand Acceleration of the Establishment of Southwest Papua