2) New song from George Telek, “Free West Papua (One People, One Soul)
3) Indonesian, Australian air force hold joint exercise
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1) West Papuan independence leader says Indonesian military is targeting family to target him
Updated Thu at 9:25am
The West Papuan independence leader Benny Wenda claims his family is being targetted by the Indonesian military, after what he says was the murder of a family member.
He says his relative, Fredi Wenda, was tortured and then stabbed to death by members of the military, on Indonesian Independence Day three days ago, and is calling on the Melanesian Spearhead Group and Pacific Islands Forum to speak out about government abuses.
Richard Ewart
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2) New song from George Telek, “Free West Papua (One People, One Soul)
Featuring vocals by Leah Rumwaropen.
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3) Indonesian, Australian air force hold joint exercise
Jumat, 21 Agustus 2015 21:38 WIB | 737 Views
Kupang, E Nusa Tenggara (ANTARA News) - The Indonesian and Australian air forces will hold a joint exercise entitled, "Eagle Ausindo 2015" from August 21 to 29, El Tari Air Force Base Commander, Colonel Andi Wijaya, said on Friday.
Under the joint exercise, the Royal Australian Air Force has deployed a fighter aircraft F-18 Hornet, as well as the C-17 Globe Master.
"These advanced aircraft have landed at the El Tari air base in Kupang," he said.
Meanwhile, the Indonesian Air Force will deploy five F-16s from the Air Squadron 3, one Super Puma Helicopter from Air Squadron 6 and a C-130 Hercules A-1327 from Air Squadron 31.
The exercise is aimed at improving cooperation in the defense field between the two countries and enhancing the ability of each air force personnel.
According to Wijaya, more joint exercises will be conducted in Australia, but the time and location are yet to be determined.
Improving Air Force personnels abilities should continue through their maintaining fitness and strength in carrying out their duties as the guardians of Indonesian sovereignty.
"Indonesias territory should be maintained properly and therefore the ability of the personnel should be improved with continuous practice," he said.(*)
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