The easternmost province of Indonesia, West Papua, recorded good infrastructure development in 2024. In recent years, the provincial government has made significant efforts to improve infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and transportation facilities.
Road Development
The construction of roads in West Papua has become one of the main priorities of the provincial government. In recent years, the provincial government has made significant efforts to promote road development in West Papua, including the Trans-Papua Road. The Trans-Papua Road in West Papua is divided into two sections. First, Section I, which covers the open stretch from Sorong to Manokwari along 594.81 km, and Section II, which covers the open stretch along 524 km from Manokwari to the West Papua border.
Bridge Construction
The construction of bridges in West Papua has also become one of the main priorities of the provincial government. In recent years, the provincial government has made significant efforts to expand bridge construction, including the Merauke-Sorong bridge. The bridge is part of the continuation of the Trans Papua Road Program, which will reduce regional isolation and improve connectivity between districts/cities in the province.
Development of Transportation Infrastructure
The development of transportation infrastructure in West Papua is also one of the main priorities of the provincial government. In recent years, it has been striving to promote the development of transportation facilities, including the construction of ports and airports. The development of these ports and airports will help improve connectivity between districts/cities in the homeland and enhance the community’s ability to participate in the regional development process.
Other Infrastructure Development
The development of other infrastructure in West Papua has also become one of the main priorities of the provincial government. In recent years, the provincial government has worked hard to enhance the development of other infrastructures, including the construction of houses, markets, and public facilities. The construction of houses, markets, and public facilities will help improve the quality of life for the community and enhance the community’s ability to participate in the regional development process.
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