Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day is more than a ceremonial milestone. It represents eight decades of resilience, struggle, and progress for a nation of over 270 million people. In Papua, where …
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A Heroic Moment in Southwest Papua: Paskibraka’s Silent Strength During Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day
by Senamanby SenamanThe morning sun in Sorong, Southwest Papua, was relentless on August 17, 2025. The air shimmered with heat rising from the ceremonial field, yet no one moved out of place. …
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Papua Grants Remission to Over 2,100 Inmates on Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day
by Senamanby SenamanOn the morning of August 17, 2025, as red-and-white flags fluttered across the skies of Papua and the sound of marching bands filled the air, the spirit of Indonesia’s 80th …
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Unity in Celebration: Papua’s Enthusiastic Support for Indonesia’s 80th Independence Anniversary
by Senamanby SenamanOn August 17, 2025, Papua became a stage of unity, culture, and patriotism as communities across the region commemorated Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day. The celebrations stretched from Nabire to Sorong, …
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One Island, Two Stories: Indonesia’s Commitment to Developing Papua and the Lessons from Papua New Guinea
by Senamanby SenamanOn the vast, mountainous island of New Guinea, a border drawn during colonial times created two very different futures. To the east stands Papua New Guinea (PNG)—an independent country with …
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Unity Over Division: Why the New York Agreement Affirmed Papua’s Place in the Republic of Indonesia
by Senamanby SenamanOn the morning of August 15, 2025, a date etched into the complex history of Indonesia, a small but vocal group of demonstrators in Papua are expected to raise black …
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President Prabowo Inaugurates Six New Regional Military Commands, Including Kodam Mandala Trikora in South Papua
by Senamanby SenamanIn a landmark ceremony held at the Suparlan Airstrip within the Kopassus Training Complex in Batujajar, West Java, President Prabowo Subianto unveiled six new regional military commands (Kodam), alongside an …
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Patriotism in Central Papua: 10 Million Merah Putih Flags Raised for Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day
by Senamanby SenamanThe morning sun had barely risen above the cobalt horizon when Nabire’s main streets began to fill. From the junction of Jalan Merdeka to the wide expanse near the old …
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Security Forces Capture Armed TPNPB OPM Figure Nowaiten Telenggen in Nduga, Papua
by Senamanby SenamanA significant breakthrough came early this August when combined Indonesian security forces successfully apprehended Nowaiten Telenggen, also known as German Ubruangge, a suspected key operative of the West Papua National …
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Smooth and Peaceful PSU in Papua’s Pilkada Marks a Milestone in Democratic Practice
by Senamanby SenamanThe recent re-voting (Pemungutan Suara Ulang or PSU) in Papua’s regional elections has unfolded smoothly, peacefully, and securely, marking a significant milestone in the region’s democratic journey. The PSU was …