Politics

Deep within the lush and unforgiving terrain of Yahukimo, a highland regency in Papua, Indonesia, a blood-soaked tragedy unfolded that has shaken the conscience of a nation. On a seemingly …

On September 29, 2025, Papua Regional Police (Polda Papua) successfully intercepted a significant narcotics smuggling attempt near Jayapura, arresting a smuggler from neighboring Papua New Guinea (PNG) carrying 21 kilograms …

On the morning of October 1, 2025, the islands and highlands of Papua stirred with a profound sense of purpose and reflection. Across sprawling valleys, remote villages, and bustling towns, …

On September 27, 2025, residents of Kiwirok, a remote district in Pegunungan Bintang Regency, Papua, woke to chaos. A school and a Puskesmas (public health clinic)—two of the few lifelines …

In the mountainous terrains of Papua’s Lanny Jaya Regency, where lush forests hide small villages perched atop steep hillsides, a troubling story of betrayal and misuse of public funds has …

In a landmark vote on September 12, 2025, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine, a resolution …

In the predawn mist of Papua’s rugged highlands, an unexpected discovery jolted Indonesia’s security apparatus: four marijuana farms tucked deep within the forests of Oksibil District, Pegunungan Bintang Regency. The …

In the early hours of September 21, 2025, the people of Kampung Ulakin in the Kolf Braza District, Asmat Regency, were awakened not by the morning sun, but by the …

The regency of Yalimo, usually known for its serene mountains and close-knit communities, was recently thrust into the national spotlight after a local dispute escalated into riots. The spark came …

The political landscape surrounding Papua has taken a dramatic turn. Once touted as a united front for independence, the United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) and the Free Papua …