The Indonesian People’s Representative Council (DPR) accepted the new local authority law for Papua in July 17th, 2021. This aimed to boost Papua’s development in general, including West Papua. In…
West Papua has a diverse range of ethnic groups. Traditional leaders play an important role in local governance and decision-making processes. Even though the provincial government is led by a Governor, the…
The Indonesian government grants Papua Province a Special Autonomy (Otsus) to regulate the local society’s importance in line with its initiative based on Papuan people’s basic rights. The objectives include improving the…
Even though it is in the easternmost part of Indonesia, the land of Papua seems to never run out of nationalist figures who bravely fight for the nation’s independence. These are 4 heroes Papuan…
In Papua, harmony between religious communities has proven to be strong and solid. The diversity of religions and traditional beliefs is always characterized by an attitude of tolerance, mutual respect,…
The Republic of Indonesia granted Special Autonomy Law (UU Otsus) for Papua province through Law No. 21 of 2001 which has been amended by Perpu No. 1 of 2008. Law 21/2001 consists of 79…
With its rich natural resources, Papua became an object of authority conquer by many countries, such as British, Japan, German, and Dutch. However, after the declaration of the Republic of Indonesia in…
Talking about Papua and West Papua includes its indigenous people. The people of West Papua are known to be Melanesians, although there have been residents from outside the island living there, too. How is the history of…
Special Autonomy or Otsus Papua, which is a special authority for Papua, is in the spotlight, whether it’s a positive or negative thing. In addition, Papua’s Special Autonomy aims to improve…
If you examine the map and look for New Guinea Island, you will find two perfectly separated regions. They are Indonesian West Papua and Papua New Guinea. Indonesian West Papua occupies the…