Politics

A new wave of violence has erupted in Papua, Indonesia, as armed separatist groups, commonly referred to by authorities as the Armed Criminal Group (Kelompok Kriminal Bersenjata or KKB), launched …

In a bold move to combat village-level corruption and strengthen good governance in Papua, the Indonesian government has introduced and begun widespread socialization of the “Jaga Desa” (Guard the Village) …

A recent ambush in Yahukimo Regency, Papua, has left one Indonesian soldier and two civilians dead, allegedly at the hands of the Free Papua Organization (OPM). This attack underscores the …

The West Papua National Liberation Army-Free Papua Movement (TPNPB-OPM), a long-standing separatist organization that has been fighting for West Papuan independence from Indonesia since July 1, 1971, is grappling with …

In the heart of Papua, where mountains rise over dense rainforests and rivers trace the history of a proud people, a struggle continues—not just for sovereignty or politics, but for …

In recent developments, the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB-OPM) has issued threats against non-Papuan migrants in Wamena, Papua. The group’s spokesperson, Sebby Sambom, declared that “your life is your …

Indonesia’s anti-corruption drive has intensified in the eastern province of Papua, as the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) investigates a sweeping scandal involving the misuse of operational funds that has caused …

The Indonesian government has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the environment of Raja Ampat, Papua, by revoking mining permits for four nickel mining companies operating within the UNESCO Global Geopark. …

In response to the escalating conflicts and humanitarian crises in Papua’s Intan Jaya and Puncak regions, Indonesia’s Ministry of Human Rights (KemenHAM) has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing these challenges …

On June 4, 2025, two construction workers, Rahmat Hidayat (45) and Saepudin (39), both from Purwakarta, West Java, were fatally shot while working on the construction of the Gereja Kristen …