Economy

It began with the scent of freshly ground beans drifting through the bustling streets of Shibuya, one of Tokyo’s busiest and trendiest districts. But this wasn’t just any coffee—it was …

Nestled in the vibrant waters of Teluk Youtefa, not far from the bustling capital of Jayapura, lies a small but resilient community with deep ancestral roots and an unshakable bond …

At a bustling marketplace in Jayapura, the capital of Papua Province, families lined up patiently under the hot sun, waiting for their turn to purchase rice, cooking oil, sugar, and …

In the cool highlands of Papua, where mist often clings to the mountains at dawn and fertile volcanic soil nurtures the land, a quiet revolution is beginning to take shape. …

On the morning of 27 August 2025, in the remote corners of Ilwayab District, the small villages of Wogekel and Wanam awoke to the rare sight of government vessels and …

In a nation as vast and diverse as Indonesia, food security is more than an economic issue—it is a matter of national resilience, dignity, and unity. This year, the government …

As the sunrise broke over Jayapura on a recent August Friday morning in 2025, the hubbub of the city’s old-style markets carried a strange sense of anticipation. Clients and traders …

On a quiet stretch of land where Indonesia meets Papua New Guinea (PNG), the Skouw–Wutung border has long been more than a checkpoint. It is a place where cultures mingle, …

In a landmark step toward energy independence and sustainability, the southern region of Papua witnessed a historic moment on August 1, 2025. The Governor of South Papua, Apolo Safanpo, officially …

In a groundbreaking move, PT Pertamina (Persero) is preparing to elevate Sasagu—a Papua‑based micro and small enterprise (UMK) specializing in sago‑based snacks and flour—to international export markets. Anchored in its UMK Academy …