There were ceremonies, but what people seemed to pay attention to was the message behind them. On April 27, 2026, officials across Papua marked the 30th Regional Autonomy Day. The …
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Development
Bridging Papua’s Isolation: How Indonesia’s Military Is Connecting Remote Communities and Driving Local Growth
by Senamanby SenamanIn many parts of Papua Tengah (Central Papua) province, a river can decide how a day unfolds. If the water is low, people cross early in the morning, balancing on …
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Politics
Guarding Billions, Protecting Trust: How Indonesia’s Attorney General Is Overseeing Strategic Projects in Papua to Fight Corruption
by Senamanby SenamanThe figures look good on paper. Thirty-eight projects for strategic development. About Rp 3.7 trillion in total value. Roads, buildings, and initiatives that are aimed to make life better for …
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Social & Culture
Beyond Promises: How Billy Mambrasar Is Pushing a More Grounded Path for Papua’s Development
by Senamanby SenamanOn March 30, 2026, people in Jayapura talk about Papua a lot, and they usually start their conversations the same way. People talk about how far away things are. Far …
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Development
Papua Unveils Six Key Development Programs for 2025–2029 with National Government Support
by Senamanby SenamanOn March 5, 2026, leaders from all over Papua met in a big hall in Jayapura to talk about something that will affect the region’s future for many years to …
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On 13-14 January 2026, Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka began an official working visit to Papua that took him to Biak Numfor, Yahukimo, and Wamena. The journey was closely …
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Politics
BP3OKP Pushes Acceleration of Development in Papua: Three Key Concepts, Funding Demands, and Institutional Strengthening
by Senamanby SenamanPapua has long stood at the crossroads of Indonesia’s development agenda. With its breathtaking landscapes and cultural richness, the region also bears complex challenges: limited access to healthcare, uneven education …
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Development
Indonesia’s Commitment to Papua: Building From the Ground Up for a Just and Prosperous Future
by Senamanby SenamanFor decades, Indonesia’s easternmost region of Papua has remained a land of great potential—and equally great challenges. Rich in natural resources and home to vibrant indigenous cultures, the province has …