Development

In the sprawling, mountainous landscapes of Papua, education has long been constrained by isolation, rugged terrain, and limited access to infrastructure. Many children in rural villages once attended schools without …

In the mist-covered valleys of Jayawijaya, where steep mountains rise dramatically over fertile highland plains, agriculture has long been both a lifeline and a challenge. The region’s rugged topography and …

For decades, aviation has been the lifeline of Papua — an archipelagic region of rugged mountains, dense forests, and remote communities reachable only by small aircraft. Yet the development of …

In Papua, aviation is not a luxury—it is forest. The province’s vast mountains, deep valleys, winding rivers, and isolated coastlines create a geography that resists conventional transportation. Roads disappear into …

Across the mountains, valleys, and coastlines of Papua, where geography has long tested access to basic services, a bold new chapter in education is unfolding. Indonesia’s Ministry of Basic and …

In recent years, Papua Tengah (Central Papua) has become a central stage for Indonesia’s broader national agenda to reduce inequality, strengthen human development, and create inclusive prosperity across its eastern …

For decades, the vast interior of Papua has been defined by its rugged mountains, dense rainforests, and the sense of isolation that shaped the rhythm of life in its far-flung …

When the morning sky over Manokwari glowed in soft amber hues on November 4, 2025, the arrival of Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka felt almost symbolic—a young national leader landing …

In the easternmost edge of Indonesia, where towering mountains meet vast seas, a quiet transformation is taking place. Among children in rural Papua—where the internet is scarce, and schools struggle …

In the heart of Indonesia’s eastern frontier, where steep mountains and dense rainforests have long defined the isolation of remote communities, the Trans-Papua Road Project is emerging as a monumental …