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…
In 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.…
In 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…
In 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…
At 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…
In 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…
In 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.…
In 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…
The 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…
In 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…