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Baliem Valley Festival Officially Closes as Minister Sandiaga Becomes First Tourism Minister to Attend

The amazing charm of Papua’s natural beauty is very well-known. Especially for those stopping by the Jayawijaya region, where various … More

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TNI Holds Emergency School in Papuan Interior

The Army’s 323rd Infantry Battalion’s Mobile Task Force “Buaya Putih” (White Crocodile) stationed at Mayuberi Post is continuing to devote … More

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Exploring the Beauty and Mystery of Highland Papua’s Kilise Hill, a Must-Visit Exotic Hiking Destination

Among Indonesia’s highest peaks, such as Mount Mandala and Mount Trikora, lies the charming natural tourist destination of Kilise Hill, … More

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Jokowi Attends 2024 National Children’s Day Commemoration in Jayapura

President Joko Widodo and First Lady Iriana Joko Widodo attended the 2024 National Children’s Day commemoration at Istora Papua Bangkit, … More

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TNI Distributes Basic Necessities to Residents of Nduga, Highland Papua

The Infantry Battalion Task Force (Satgas Yonif) Para Raider 432/Waspada Setia Jaya Kostrad, one of the TNI Operations Command (Koops … More

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Trans Papua Highway’s Jayapura to Wamena Segment to Begin Construction

Minister of Public Works and Housing (PUPR) Basuki Hadimuljono, has stated that the construction of the 50 km-long Jayapura-Wamena segment … More

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Asmat Carving, a Global Cultural Heritage

Asmat Regency, located in South Papua Province, has a cultural heritage of Asmat carving that is highly regarded by the … More

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Papuan Coffee Notches Rp1.45 Billion in Transactions at World of Coffee Copenhagen

Transactions of Papuan coffee at World of Coffee Copenhagen totalled Rp1.45 billion. World of Coffee, held from 27-29 June 2024 … More

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Youtefa Bridge, Longest Arch Bridge in Papua, Cuts Travel Time to Only 15 Minutes

At the eastern tip of Indonesia, a new landmark has arisen. Youtefa Bridge, the longest steel arch bridge in Papua, … More

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14th Lake Sentani Festival Opens with Lively Isosolo Dance Performance

The 14th Lake Sentani Festival (Festival Danau Sentani/FDS XIV) was officially opened at Kalkote Beach, East Sentani District, Jayapura Regency … More

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MSG Team Visits Papua, Praises Conducive Situation and Border Management

A Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) team led by Director General Leonard Louma and Executive Advisor Christopher Nisbert has acknowledged the … More

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Yance Rumbino, Composer of Tanah Papua Passes Away

Yance Rumbino, composer of the song “Tanah Papua”, has passed away at the age of 76 at the Biak Numfor … More

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