On November 21, 2025, Papua marked 24 years since the implementation of Special Autonomy (Otonomi Khusus, Otsus)—a landmark policy designed to close development gaps, empower Indigenous Papuans, and strengthen Indonesia’s …
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Economy
Empowering Indigenous Papuans Through Craft: Biak’s Otsus Program Turns Local Resources into Opportunity
by Senamanby SenamanIn the quiet coastal regency of Biak Numfor, Papua Barat, a small but meaningful movement is taking shape—one that blends tradition, creativity, and government policy into a single, hopeful narrative. …
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Development
Building Papua’s Future: AHY’s Vision and Indonesia’s Commitment to Accelerated Development in the Eastern Frontier
by Senamanby SenamanIn the vast, rugged highlands and dense tropical forests of Papua, development has long faced geographical and logistical challenges that few other regions in Indonesia encounter. Roads that wind through …
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Development
Papua’s New Hope: President Prabowo Commissions Velix Wanggai to Lead Executive Committee for Accelerated Development
by Senamanby SenamanIn a significant gesture signaling a renewed commitment to Indonesia’s easternmost region, President Prabowo Subianto officially launched the Executive Committee for the Acceleration of Special Autonomy Development in Papua on …
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Politics
From the Highlands to the Coast: TNI’s Anniversary in Papua and the Pursuit of Inclusion through Special Autonomy
by Senamanby SenamanAt first light on Sunday, October 5, 2025, the skies over Hamadi crackled with anticipation. In the streets, villagers in woven sago-fiber skirts, young men in batik shirts, and schoolchildren …
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Development
From Central Papua to IPDN Jatinangor: A Generation of OAP Youth Embarks on a Journey of Public Service
by Senamanby SenamanIn the quiet hum of early September mornings across Central Papua’s highlands, families gathered to say goodbye—not to mourn, but to celebrate. A total of 16 sons and daughters of …
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Development
Papua’s Special Autonomy Fund 2026: A New Chapter of Hope and Prosperity
by Senamanby SenamanIn the vast and lush landscapes of Papua, where the mountains touch the sky and the rivers flow with ancient wisdom, there lies a story of struggle, resilience, and hope. …
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Development
Affirmative Action in Action: South Papua Appoints Hundreds of Indigenous Civil Servants Under Special Autonomy Policy
by Senamanby SenamanIn a significant stride toward inclusive governance and regional empowerment, the South Papua Provincial Government has officially appointed hundreds of indigenous Papuans (Orang Asli Papua/OAP) as civil servants (CPNS), fulfilling …
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Social & Culture
Indigenous Papuans Join Indonesian National Police in 2025: A Landmark for Special Autonomy and Local Empowerment
by Senamanby SenamanThe Indonesian government has taken a significant step in its commitment to Papua’s special autonomy by officially welcoming Indigenous Papuans (Orang Asli Papua) as new members of the Indonesian National …
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Development
The Establishment of Jayawijaya Regency as the Administrative Center of Papua Pegunungan Province
by Senamanby SenamanIn a significant move towards administrative decentralization and regional development, the Papua Pegunungan Province has officially designated Jayawijaya Regency as its administrative center. This decision underscores the province’s commitment to …
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