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Papuan Deer: Introducing a Local Delicacy to International Gastrodiplomacy

The Papuan deer is an integral part of Papua’s ecological wealth. The abundant deer population provides a sign of natural … More

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Bringing Electricity to Papua’s Remote Areas

Indonesia’s easternmost area, Papua, the furthest area away from access to electricity, now has achieved significant transformation thanks to PLN’s … More

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Winning Hearts and Instilling Nationalism in Papua: Lessons from the Special Forces

The Special Forces Command (Kopassus) unit is an elite army force that is ready to be deployed wherever needed. In … More

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Kiti-kiti Waterfall and Other Natural Attractions of Fakfak, West Papua

It is no secret that West Papua is known for its charming nature with abundant flora and fauna. At the … More

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The city of Jayapura: its changing names throughout history

Jayapura is the capital of Papua Province. Since its establishment, it as been renamed numerous times. It is currently a … More

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Exploring the Cultural Attraction of Papua’s Baliem Valley

Papua, often referred to as the land of the black pearl, has many hidden gems in the form of beautiful … More

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Electric Assistance Program Completed, 1920 Papuan Households Receive Free Electricity Connection

The State Electricity Company (PLN) in cooperation with the Government and House of Representatives has completed its free electricity connection … More

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Mansinam Island, Historical Religious Tourism Spot in West Papua

As one of Indonesia’s easternmost provinces, West Papua is known for its beautiful vistas. The points of interest found here … More

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Home Minister:  Sorong as Southwest Papua Capital, optimizing public services

According to Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian, the establishment of the Southwest Papua province aims to make development and prosperity … More

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Sail Cenderawasih Bay 2023 for Papuan prosperity, Indonesia as World Maritime Fulcrum

Sail Cenderawasih Bay (STC) 2023 will be held in Papua. This event aims to strengthen the government’s vision, namely making … More

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The History of Noken Day, Papua’s Cultural Heritage

The date 4 December is a special moment for the Papuan noken, the traditional knitted bag that is rich in … More

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Developing Papua’s Youth Potential through the Papua Youth Creative Hub

Development in Papua has seen much progress in the past few years, with tangible benefits that are being felt by … More

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