2) Improve Papua healthcare facilities following VP's directive : Deputy
3) Indonesian VP Gibran reviews Sekolah Rakyat in Papua
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1) Yalimo Students Urge Police to Investigate Alleged Racist
Aida Ulim
Last updated: September 18, 2025 7:03 pm
Author: Aida Ulim
Editor: Arjuna Pademme
Published September 18, 2025
Jayapura, Jubi – The Yalimo Regency Student Association (HMKY) of Indonesia, located in Jayapura City, Papua, is urging the Papua Regional Police (Polda Papua) and the Yalimo Resort Police (Polres Yalimo), Papua Mountains, to investigate the alleged perpetrators of racist remarks, which are suspected of triggering the riot in Elelim, the capital of Yalimo Regency, on Tuesday (September 16, 2025).
The Deputy Chairperson of the Yalimo Regency Student Association, Peres Walilo, stated that in addition to investigating the alleged perpetrators of racist remarks, the police must also investigate the perpetrators of the shooting of civilians during the riot.
"We, the Yalimo students, demand that the Papua Regional Police and the Jayawijaya Police immediately resolve the unrest in Yalimo, allegedly triggered by racist remarks made by a student at State Senior High School 1 Elelim, against indigenous Papuan students, to prevent the situation from escalating," Walio said in Jayapura City on Thursday (September 18, 2025).
He stated that the situation in Yalimo remains unstable following the riot. Therefore, the police must immediately take legal action and prosecute the alleged perpetrators of the racist remarks.
The alleged racist remarks that led to the unrest resulted in fatalities, injuries, and material losses.
Yalimo students from across Indonesia also requested that the Papua Regional Police Chief and the Commander of the XVII Cenderawasih Regional Military Command (Pangdam XVII Cenderawasih) halt the deployment of security forces to Yalimo, as they fear the policy will instill fear in the local community.
"We don't want the situation to escalate with the presence of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and the Indonesian National Police (Polri) deployed to Yalimo. Therefore, the Jayawijaya Police Chief, along with the Papua Regional Police, must immediately arrest the alleged perpetrators of the racist remarks and investigate the shooting. There's no need to send any more officers there," he said.
He said that, based on information obtained from Yalimo residents, the victims were identified as Alex Tuliahanuk, a high school student, and Thomas Aliknoe and Siro Wandik, both civilians.
Tomi Aliknoe, a member of the Yalimo Student Association, urged the Yalimo Regency Government to take immediate action to address the problem to prevent further violence that could result in loss of life.
"We also ask the Yalimo Regency Representative Council to take serious action regarding this incident," said Tomi Aliknoe.
Meanwhile, the Head of Public Relations for the Papua Regional Police, Senior Commissioner Cahyo Sukarnito, told Jubi via text message that the riot in Yalimo injured seven Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and Indonesian National Police (Polri) personnel and injured 18 civilians.
In addition, dozens of houses and kiosks were burned, six houses in the Yalimo Police dormitory, and one officer's dormitory were burned.
"Dozens of two-wheeled and four-wheeled vehicles were burned, one school building was damaged, and one district office was burned. Evacuees are being held at two locations: the Yalimo Police Station and the Jayawijaya Police Station in Wamena," Cahyo said. (*)
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2) Improve Papua healthcare facilities following VP's directive : Deputy
September 18, 2025 18:39 GMT+700
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Deputy Home Affairs Minister Ribka Haluk has pledged to improve healthcare infrastructure in Papua, following a three-day visit to the region by Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka earlier this week.
Ribka said the Vice President issued a series of directives to enhance services in several sectors after inspecting facilities across Papua from September 16 to 18.
“Many healthcare facilities and hospitals need renovations, better governance, and improved management. We met with the Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda), and there are many issues that must be addressed,” she said in a statement on Thursday.
Ribka made the remarks after joining the Vice President in a closed-door meeting at Gedung Negara in Jayapura with the Deputy Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Papua’s Acting Governor, local mayors, regents, and Forkopimda officials.
She added that the Ministry of Home Affairs will soon convene a technical meeting involving other ministries to follow up on the outcomes of the Vice President’s visit.
“There’s a lot to improve, and everything has been recorded. Once we return to Jakarta, we’ll move forward with a technical meeting,” she said.
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Before visiting Papua, the Vice President traveled to South Papua, where Ribka noted that many schools and healthcare facilities urgently require upgrades.
She said health services in both provinces need improvements in infrastructure as well as administrative and service delivery systems.
During his tour, Gibran reviewed progress on the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program, assessed education and healthcare services, and discussed the Regional Transfer Funds (TKD) mechanism.
Ribka confirmed that the Vice President’s instructions—especially those concerning health and education—will be acted upon promptly.
TKD-related matters will involve discussions with the Ministry of Finance and other relevant agencies, she added, emphasizing the need for strong inter-ministerial coordination.
“We will continue coordination at the national level,” Ribka said.
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Ribka said the Vice President issued a series of directives to enhance services in several sectors after inspecting facilities across Papua from September 16 to 18.
“Many healthcare facilities and hospitals need renovations, better governance, and improved management. We met with the Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda), and there are many issues that must be addressed,” she said in a statement on Thursday.
Ribka made the remarks after joining the Vice President in a closed-door meeting at Gedung Negara in Jayapura with the Deputy Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Papua’s Acting Governor, local mayors, regents, and Forkopimda officials.
She added that the Ministry of Home Affairs will soon convene a technical meeting involving other ministries to follow up on the outcomes of the Vice President’s visit.
“There’s a lot to improve, and everything has been recorded. Once we return to Jakarta, we’ll move forward with a technical meeting,” she said.
Related news: Papua govt sends five specialist doctors to Biak Public Hospital
Before visiting Papua, the Vice President traveled to South Papua, where Ribka noted that many schools and healthcare facilities urgently require upgrades.
She said health services in both provinces need improvements in infrastructure as well as administrative and service delivery systems.
During his tour, Gibran reviewed progress on the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program, assessed education and healthcare services, and discussed the Regional Transfer Funds (TKD) mechanism.
Ribka confirmed that the Vice President’s instructions—especially those concerning health and education—will be acted upon promptly.
TKD-related matters will involve discussions with the Ministry of Finance and other relevant agencies, she added, emphasizing the need for strong inter-ministerial coordination.
“We will continue coordination at the national level,” Ribka said.
Related news: Papua govt calls for prioritizing locals in healthcare recruitment
Translator: Fianda, Azis Kurmala
Editor: Rahmad Nasution
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3) Indonesian VP Gibran reviews Sekolah Rakyat in Papua
September 18, 2025 15:04 GMT+700
Jayapura (ANTARA) - Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka reviewed a senior high school under the government's tuition-free education program, Sekolah Rakyat (People's School), in Jayapura, Papua, on Thursday, where he also distributed school supplies to students.
He visited Sekolah Rakyat Senior High School (SRMA) 29, inspecting infrastructure, facilities, and equipment while greeting students and encouraging them to stay motivated.
John Mampioper, head of the Jayapura Center for Social Welfare Education and Training, noted that SRMA 29 is better equipped than some other schools outside Papua.
"Vice President Gibran emphasized the importance of discipline, maintaining health, and honing skills to achieve their dreams. He particularly encouraged those aspiring to pursue careers in the military or police," Mampioper said.
He expressed gratitude for Gibran's visit, which included distributing school supplies and motivating students to keep learning.
"We are delighted to see Vice President Gibran give motivational messages directly to the pupils of SRMA 29 in Jayapura and interact with them," he added.
One of the students, Gilbert Piter Kaiba, voiced his excitement over the rare opportunity to meet the vice president in person.
"Earlier, Mr. Vice President told us to do our best in studying and follow all instructions from teachers. It is an honor for us to interact directly with him and receive school bags and supplies," he said.
He expressed hope that Gibran would one day return to Jayapura and meet more students.
Gibran began his agenda in Papua on Wednesday by reviewing the Free Nutritious Meals program at a public junior high school and inspecting the Free Health Checks program at a community health center in Jayapura.
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He visited Sekolah Rakyat Senior High School (SRMA) 29, inspecting infrastructure, facilities, and equipment while greeting students and encouraging them to stay motivated.
John Mampioper, head of the Jayapura Center for Social Welfare Education and Training, noted that SRMA 29 is better equipped than some other schools outside Papua.
"Vice President Gibran emphasized the importance of discipline, maintaining health, and honing skills to achieve their dreams. He particularly encouraged those aspiring to pursue careers in the military or police," Mampioper said.
He expressed gratitude for Gibran's visit, which included distributing school supplies and motivating students to keep learning.
"We are delighted to see Vice President Gibran give motivational messages directly to the pupils of SRMA 29 in Jayapura and interact with them," he added.
One of the students, Gilbert Piter Kaiba, voiced his excitement over the rare opportunity to meet the vice president in person.
"Earlier, Mr. Vice President told us to do our best in studying and follow all instructions from teachers. It is an honor for us to interact directly with him and receive school bags and supplies," he said.
He expressed hope that Gibran would one day return to Jayapura and meet more students.
Gibran began his agenda in Papua on Wednesday by reviewing the Free Nutritious Meals program at a public junior high school and inspecting the Free Health Checks program at a community health center in Jayapura.
Related news: Govt expands internet access to support Sekolah Rakyat program
Related news: Prabowo targets 500 Sekolah Rakyat to boost education access
Translator: Qadri P, Tegar Nurfitra
Editor: Anton Santoso
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