In the remote highlands of Papua, a quiet agricultural revolution is unfolding. The local government of Tolikara Regency is leading an ambitious initiative to cultivate Buah Merah—a bright red fruit …
Economy
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Economy
Rural Red White Cooperatives for Papua Drives Economic Self-Reliance in Rural Communities
by Senamanby SenamanA bold new initiative aimed at transforming Papua’s rural economy is underway with the formation of Kopdeskel Merah Putih (Village Red White Cooperatives)—a village-based cooperative model officially launched this week …
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Economy
Colo Sagu Festival 2025: Reviving Sago to Strengthen Food Security in Papua
by Senamanby SenamanIn a vibrant celebration of cultural pride and agricultural resilience, the Colo Sagu Festival 2025 unfolded as a dynamic showcase of Papua’s ancestral wisdom and its modern potential. Held in …
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Economy
West South Papua Teams Up with Bank Indonesia to Strengthen Fisheries Industry and Boost Exports
by Senamanby SenamanIn a strategic move to elevate the region’s economic potential, the Provincial Government of West South Papua (Papua Barat Daya), in collaboration with Bank Indonesia and national maritime agencies, has …
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Economy
Torang Creative and Ecotourism Festival 2025: Empowering MSMEs and Celebrating Local Heritage in West Papua
by Senamanby SenamanA vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and local enterprise took center stage as the Torang Creative and Ecotourism Festival 2025 officially opened in West Papua on June 20, 2025. The …
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Economy
Indonesia’s Kampung Nelayan Merah Putih: Empowering Biak’s Coastal Communities
by Senamanby SenamanThe Indonesian government’s Kampung Nelayan Merah Putih (KNMP) initiative is transforming Biak Numfor’s coastal villages into thriving economic hubs. This program, launched by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries …
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Economy
Empowering Biak’s Youth: A Strategic Move Towards Food Security in Papua
by Senamanby SenamanIn a concerted effort to bolster food security and stimulate local agriculture, the Biak Numfor Regional Government is actively engaging the millennial generation to take up farming. This initiative aims …
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Indonesia is set to significantly boost its natural gas output from West Papua’s Bintuni Bay, positioning the region as a key driver of the country’s future energy landscape. Currently, around …
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Economy
South Papua Biodiesel Project: Indonesia’s Defense Minister Signals Strategic Energy Shift
by Senamanby SenamanOn a mission that blends national energy ambition with regional development, Indonesia’s Minister of Defense, Prabowo Subianto, visited South Papua to inspect the progress of the palm-oil-based biodiesel program—an initiative …
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Economy
Koperasi Merah Putih Initiative Launched in Papua to Boost Local Economy
by Senamanby SenamanIn a significant move to bolster economic development in Papua, the Indonesian government has officially launched the “Koperasi Merah Putih” (Red and White Cooperative) initiative. This program aims to establish …