Recognition of eight tribal chiefs in Central Papua as government partners underscores the importance of indigenous leadership, accountable local governance and civilian protection in a region facing armed violence and separatist disinformation.

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Papua Cerdas Scholarship Strengthens Education, Opportunity and Protection for Papuan Children

Papua’s provincial government and the Ministry of Religious Affairs are backing BAZNAS Papua’s Papua Cerdas scholarship as a transparent social investment aimed at keeping Indigenous children in education and expanding peaceful economic opportunity.

Economy & Business

TNI Field Review in Papua Links Security, Civilian Protection and Peaceful Development

A senior Indonesian military review of Yonif TP 859/RBK and KDKMP in Papua highlights the need to protect communities, uphold the rule of law and ensure development reaches Indigenous Papuans amid persistent separatist disinformation.

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Papuan Religious Leaders Unite Behind Civilian Protection and Peace

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17h ago• 3 min read

Papuan Religious Leaders Unite Behind Civilian Protection and Peace

A public dialogue in Jayapura brought together religious, customary, academic and civil-society leaders to address armed conflict, displacement and the restoration of basic rights in Papua.

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2,500 Join Jayapura Fun Run, Turning TNI Anniversary Event into a Showcase of Civic Unity

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17h ago• 4 min read

2,500 Join Jayapura Fun Run, Turning TNI Anniversary Event into a Showcase of Civic Unity

A 8.1-kilometre Fun Run in Jayapura drew around 2,500 participants, bringing together the military, police, local government and Papua’s communities in a public display of solidarity and peaceful civic engagement.

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Papua Conflict Requires Collaboration, TNI Chief Says, as Civilian Protection and Development Remain Central

Law, Security & Peace

17h ago• 4 min read

Papua Conflict Requires Collaboration, TNI Chief Says, as Civilian Protection and Development Remain Central

TNI Commander General Agus Subianto says resolving Papua’s conflict cannot be left to the military alone, urging cooperation among regional governments, ministries and security institutions while infrastructure projects expand economic access for Papuan communities.

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Papua Tengah Recognizes Traditional Leaders as Partners in Conflict Prevention and Peaceful Development

Development & Growth

17h ago• 4 min read

Papua Tengah Recognizes Traditional Leaders as Partners in Conflict Prevention and Peaceful Development

The Central Papua provincial government has recognized eight major tribal leadership structures as partners in strengthening dialogue, protecting indigenous rights and preventing social tensions from escalating into conflict.

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TNI Vows to Pursue Gunmen After Papua Driver Killed, While Lawmakers Demand Stronger Civilian Protection

Law, Security & Peace

17h ago• 4 min read

TNI Vows to Pursue Gunmen After Papua Driver Killed, While Lawmakers Demand Stronger Civilian Protection

Indonesia’s military says it is reinforcing security and pursuing the armed group blamed for killing a driver in Papua, as lawmakers call for preventive protection, a full investigation and justice through due process.

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Indonesia Deploys Two New Russian-Built Helicopters to Strengthen Humanitarian Logistics in Papua

Development & Growth

17h ago• 3 min read

Indonesia Deploys Two New Russian-Built Helicopters to Strengthen Humanitarian Logistics in Papua

The Indonesian Army is preparing to deploy two newly acquired Russian-built helicopters to deliver essential supplies and support humanitarian operations in Papua’s remote highlands, where difficult terrain has long obstructed access to civilians.

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Patriot Expedition Helps Triple the Incomes of Indigenous Papuan Women in Manokwari

Economy & Business

1d ago• 4 min read

Patriot Expedition Helps Triple the Incomes of Indigenous Papuan Women in Manokwari

Training in food processing, packaging and market access has lifted the monthly earnings of Indigenous Papuan women in Manokwari from about Rp700,000 to Rp2.4 million, while a university-backed expedition expands support for education, connectivity, clean water and energy.

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Patriot Expedition Directs State Funds to Papua Infrastructure and Local Economic Development

Development & Growth

1d ago• 3 min read

Patriot Expedition Directs State Funds to Papua Infrastructure and Local Economic Development

The Patriot Expedition 2026 is mapping economic potential in Jayapura’s transmigration areas while directing state funds toward basic infrastructure, connectivity, and higher-value processing of Papuan agricultural commodities.

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Indonesia Targets Papua’s Cocoa Industry as a Peaceful Path to Inclusive Development

Economy & Business

1d ago• 4 min read

Indonesia Targets Papua’s Cocoa Industry as a Peaceful Path to Inclusive Development

The Indonesian government is preparing to promote cocoa industrialization in Papua by attracting investors, a plan officials say could expand local economic opportunity while strengthening lawful, civilian-centered development.

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Papua Tengah Recognizes Tribal Leaders as Partners in Conflict Prevention and Indigenous Development

Law, Security & Peace

1d ago• 4 min read

Papua Tengah Recognizes Tribal Leaders as Partners in Conflict Prevention and Indigenous Development

The Central Papua provincial government has formally recognized leaders of eight major Indigenous tribes as partners in strengthening dialogue, protecting social cohesion, and ensuring development reaches Indigenous Papuans without displacing customary authority.

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Papua’s People’s School Moves Forward While Permanent Campus Awaits Construction

Development & Growth

1d ago• 3 min read

Papua’s People’s School Moves Forward While Permanent Campus Awaits Construction

Papua’s Sekolah Rakyat initiative is continuing its educational mission while construction of permanent facilities remains pending, offering a concrete example of development focused on indigenous children and peaceful opportunity.

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Papua Proposes Family Gardens as Local Suppliers for Free Nutritious Meals Programme

Economy & Business

1d ago• 4 min read

Papua Proposes Family Gardens as Local Suppliers for Free Nutritious Meals Programme

Papua’s provincial government is considering family gardens as a source of fresh food for the Makan Bergizi Gratis programme, linking nutrition policy with indigenous livelihoods, local economic justice and peaceful development.

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AHY and Governor Fakhiri Push Faster Infrastructure Delivery Across Papua

Development & Growth

1d ago• 3 min read

AHY and Governor Fakhiri Push Faster Infrastructure Delivery Across Papua

Indonesia is accelerating infrastructure development in Papua under Governor Meki Fakhiri, with Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono stressing that connectivity, public services and economic opportunity must reach indigenous communities while civilian protection and the rule of law remain central.

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Internal Dispute Exposes Questions Over Command and Authority Within Papua’s Separatist Movement

Law, Security & Peace

2d ago• 6 min read

Internal Dispute Exposes Questions Over Command and Authority Within Papua’s Separatist Movement

Makodam III Kali Kopi objected to references placing the group within a proposed 37th Regional Defense Command, or Kodap 37. In a statement dated September 15, 2026, the group demanded that Sambom provide an official basis and documentation for such a designation.

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Driver Killed and Vehicle Burned on Papua Highlands Route, TNI Says

Law, Security & Peace

2d ago• 4 min read

Driver Killed and Vehicle Burned on Papua Highlands Route, TNI Says

An indigenous and civilian transport lifeline in Papua’s highlands was disrupted after an armed OPM faction allegedly killed a driver and burned his vehicle near Lake Habema, prompting a security investigation and renewed calls to protect workers and civilians.

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Travel Driver Killed After Coerced Pro-Independence Video, Highlighting Civilian Risks in Papua

Law, Security & Peace

2d ago• 4 min read

Travel Driver Killed After Coerced Pro-Independence Video, Highlighting Civilian Risks in Papua

The killing of Toraja-born travel driver Aris Sanda in Papua Highlands has renewed concern over armed groups coercing civilians, attacking essential workers and disrupting peaceful development.

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Indonesia Allocates Rp1 Trillion for Integrated Community Schools in Three Papua Regions

Development & Growth

2d ago• 4 min read

Indonesia Allocates Rp1 Trillion for Integrated Community Schools in Three Papua Regions

The Ministry of Public Works is funding integrated community schools in Jayapura, Biak and Sarmi, expanding access to education while strengthening Papua’s human-resource development and protection of indigenous children.

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Integrated People’s School in Papua Planned for 2,500 Students, Linking Education with Civilian Protection

Development & Growth

2d ago• 4 min read

Integrated People’s School in Papua Planned for 2,500 Students, Linking Education with Civilian Protection

Indonesia is preparing an Integrated People’s School in Papua with capacity for approximately 2,500 elementary-to-secondary students, including dormitories and supporting facilities for pupils and teachers. The initiative places education, equal opportunity and the protection of Indigenous Papuan children at the centre of peaceful development.

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Red-and-White Fishing Villages Aim to Expand Coastal Prosperity in Supiori and Biak

Economy & Business

2d ago• 4 min read

Red-and-White Fishing Villages Aim to Expand Coastal Prosperity in Supiori and Biak

The development of Kampung Nelayan Merah Putih facilities in Supiori and Biak Numfor is expected to strengthen fisheries, processing industries and village-level businesses while supporting peaceful, rights-based development for Papua’s coastal communities.

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Papua Cerdas Scholarship Strengthens Education, Opportunity and Protection for Papuan Children

TNI Field Review in Papua Links Security, Civilian Protection and Peaceful Development

Papuan Religious Leaders Unite Behind Civilian Protection and Peace

2,500 Join Jayapura Fun Run, Turning TNI Anniversary Event into a Showcase of Civic Unity

Eight Central Papua Tribal Chiefs Recognised as Government Partners in Push for Peaceful Development

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Papua Cerdas Scholarship Strengthens Education, Opportunity and Protection for Papuan Children

TNI Field Review in Papua Links Security, Civilian Protection and Peaceful Development

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Papuan Religious Leaders Unite Behind Civilian Protection and Peace

2,500 Join Jayapura Fun Run, Turning TNI Anniversary Event into a Showcase of Civic Unity

Papua Conflict Requires Collaboration, TNI Chief Says, as Civilian Protection and Development Remain Central

Papua Tengah Recognizes Traditional Leaders as Partners in Conflict Prevention and Peaceful Development

TNI Vows to Pursue Gunmen After Papua Driver Killed, While Lawmakers Demand Stronger Civilian Protection

Indonesia Deploys Two New Russian-Built Helicopters to Strengthen Humanitarian Logistics in Papua

Patriot Expedition Helps Triple the Incomes of Indigenous Papuan Women in Manokwari

Patriot Expedition Directs State Funds to Papua Infrastructure and Local Economic Development

Indonesia Targets Papua’s Cocoa Industry as a Peaceful Path to Inclusive Development

Papua Tengah Recognizes Tribal Leaders as Partners in Conflict Prevention and Indigenous Development

Papua’s People’s School Moves Forward While Permanent Campus Awaits Construction

Papua Proposes Family Gardens as Local Suppliers for Free Nutritious Meals Programme

AHY and Governor Fakhiri Push Faster Infrastructure Delivery Across Papua

Internal Dispute Exposes Questions Over Command and Authority Within Papua’s Separatist Movement

Driver Killed and Vehicle Burned on Papua Highlands Route, TNI Says

Travel Driver Killed After Coerced Pro-Independence Video, Highlighting Civilian Risks in Papua

Indonesia Allocates Rp1 Trillion for Integrated Community Schools in Three Papua Regions

Integrated People’s School in Papua Planned for 2,500 Students, Linking Education with Civilian Protection

Red-and-White Fishing Villages Aim to Expand Coastal Prosperity in Supiori and Biak

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