Indonesian cultural heritage

A new chapter in Indonesia Japan World War II cooperation in Papua is unfolding as authorities from both countries work together to identify and repatriate the remains of 59 Japanese …

More than 1,200 cultural artifacts originating from Papua have officially returned to Indonesia following a landmark repatriation process from the United States, representing one of the most significant recoveries of …

More than eighty years after fierce battles reshaped the Pacific during the Second World War, Papua World War II heritage continues to foster international cooperation rooted in humanitarian values and …

The Yobeh Traditional Festival transformed the shores of Lake Sentani in Jayapura Regency into a vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture from 31 July to 1 August 2026, as residents of …

A historic Papua artifact’s repatriation from the United States to Indonesia serves as a major example of international cooperation in protecting cultural heritage and fighting illegal antiquities trafficking. The artifact …

One of Papua’s most unique traditional foods among the diverse culinary traditions is Tambelo Papua. Tambelo is not a familiar food for many international visitors, but for generations it has …

The Papua Selatan (South Papua) Provincial Government has launched a training programme to strengthen the weaving skills of Indigenous Papuan women with a commitment to protecting cultural heritage and expanding …

When Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri Wardhana arrived in Raja Ampat on May 11-12, 2026, the visit was deliberately kept relatively low profile. There were meetings with regional officials, inspections of …

Inside a classroom in Sorong earlier this year, a teacher stood in front of a group of elementary school students and slowly repeated a sentence in the Moi language. Some …

The room did not feel like a formal diplomatic event. People moved around slowly, stopping at displays, listening, and watching. In a corner, music started before most realized it. The …