1) The West Papua National Committee (KNPB) in Sentani held a peaceful demonstration at the Jayapura Regent's Office to commemorate World Human Rights Day.
2) Indonesia plans 100,000 ha land clearing for Papua rice program
3) Indonesia start construction of 6 police-run MBG kitchens in Papua
4) West Papuan advocates petition gov't for stronger support
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1) The West Papua National Committee (KNPB) in Sentani held a peaceful demonstration at the Jayapura Regent's Office to commemorate World Human Rights Day.
December 10, 2025 in Politics, Law, and Security. Reading Time: 1 min read
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Author: Silpester Kasipka - Editor: Arjuna Pademme
The peaceful demonstration by the KNPB to commemorate World Human Rights Day in Sentani, Jayapura Regency, Papua on Wednesday (10/12/2025).-Jubi/Silpester Kasipka
Sentani, Jubi—The West Papua National Committee (KNPB) in Sentani, Jayapura Regency, Papua, held a peaceful demonstration at the Jayapura Regent's Office in Gunung Merah, Sentani, to commemorate World Human Rights Day, Wednesday (12/10/2025).
The demonstration began at around 8:00 a.m. Papua Time and lasted until noon. It was led by Agus Kossay, the General Chairperson of the Central Papua KNPB, as the person in charge of the demonstration, with Balma Kalaka as the field coordinator and Emar Pahabol as the deputy coordinator.
Hundreds of protesters gathered at several gathering points, including Kampung Sereh, Pos 7, Pasar Lama Sentani, and several others. They marched to the Jayapura Regent's office on foot, carrying Morning Star flags and KNPB paraphernalia bearing signs demanding self-determination, resolving human rights violations in Papua from 1996 to the present, and urging the Indonesian government to address these cases.
The demonstration was guarded by Jayapura Police officers, led by Jayapura Police Chief, AKBP Umar Nasatekay. Police secured the route and inspected the group's belongings upon their arrival at the Gunung Merah area before they were allowed to enter the regent's office grounds.
At the Jayapura Regent's Office, the protesters delivered speeches and expressed their aspirations regarding the resolution of alleged human rights violations in Papua.
They awaited the opportunity to meet with Jayapura Regent Yunus Wonda, Deputy Regent Haris Richard Yocku, and the chairman of the Jayapura Regional People's Representative Council (DPRK) to present their demands in person.
As of 1:00 PM WIT, the protesters remained at the location and continued to give speeches. The situation remained peaceful, and security forces continued to monitor the situation. (*)
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2) Indonesia plans 100,000 ha land clearing for Papua rice program
December 10, 2025 16:43 GMT+700
Jayapura, Papua (ANTARA) - The Indonesian government aims to clear 100,000 hectares of land to support rice cultivation in Papua, Agriculture Minister Amran Sulaiman said.
During a visit to the provincial capital Jayapura on Wednesday, he said his ministry is ready to help the Papua administration achieve its food self-sufficiency goals.
He said the ministry will begin by clearing 20,000 hectares and will soon supply equipment for paddy field preparation to support farmers starting the planting process.
Papua Governor Mathius Fakhiri welcomed the plan, saying that alongside the four districts currently planting rice, two additional districts will also be developed for cultivation.
He said Papua fully supports the rice-paddy development program and hopes for strong community participation, as the results are expected to improve local welfare.
"We should support agricultural development for our farmers to meet their own needs," Sulaiman added.
He also said that the central government has allocated an initial Rp3 trillion, or about US$180 million, to strengthen food production programs, including those in Papua.
Sulaiman reiterated that Indonesia has halted rice imports as national reserves have reached 3.7 million tons, the highest since state-owned logistics firm Bulog was established in 1967.
"Usually, the maximum rice reserve is only around 2 million tons, but now it has increased so that rice demand is met," he said.
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During a visit to the provincial capital Jayapura on Wednesday, he said his ministry is ready to help the Papua administration achieve its food self-sufficiency goals.
He said the ministry will begin by clearing 20,000 hectares and will soon supply equipment for paddy field preparation to support farmers starting the planting process.
Papua Governor Mathius Fakhiri welcomed the plan, saying that alongside the four districts currently planting rice, two additional districts will also be developed for cultivation.
He said Papua fully supports the rice-paddy development program and hopes for strong community participation, as the results are expected to improve local welfare.
"We should support agricultural development for our farmers to meet their own needs," Sulaiman added.
He also said that the central government has allocated an initial Rp3 trillion, or about US$180 million, to strengthen food production programs, including those in Papua.
Sulaiman reiterated that Indonesia has halted rice imports as national reserves have reached 3.7 million tons, the highest since state-owned logistics firm Bulog was established in 1967.
"Usually, the maximum rice reserve is only around 2 million tons, but now it has increased so that rice demand is met," he said.
Related news: Bulog distributes 65 percent of rice aid to Papua
Related news: West Papua allocates 14 tons of rice for 2024 food security reserve
Translator: Evarukdijati, Resinta Sulistiyandari
Editor: Anton Santoso
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3) Indonesia start construction of 6 police-run MBG kitchens in Papua
December 9, 2025 17:29 GMT+700
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian National Police (Polri) commenced the construction of six additional nutrition fulfillment service units (SPPGs) serving as kitchens under the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) in the Papua region on Tuesday.
Polri Deputy Chief Commissioner General Dedi Prasetyo attended the groundbreaking of the kitchens located in the Keerom and Biak Numfor Districts of Papua Province and in the Merauke District of South Papua Province, according to a statement received in Jakarta.
The ceremony marked the start of the construction of the Keerom Police SPPG, targeting 1,500 recipients; the Biak Numfor Police SPPG, serving 1,000 beneficiaries; and four Merauke Police kitchens expected to reach nearly eight thousand residents.
Prasetyo said the development of MBG kitchens in Papua demonstrates the police's commitment to expanding its services and supporting government efforts to improve people's nutritional intake, particularly in remote and difficult-to-access regions.
“More than mere buildings, these SPPGs constitute Polri's huge investment in efforts to boost its services in the Papua region,” he stated, stressing that the kitchens are intended to benefit the public.
He also affirmed that Polri will continue expanding its services in eastern Indonesia through ongoing SPPG construction and digitalization initiatives.
“Papua remains a priority region. Through the SPPGs and ongoing projects, we aim to provide citizens with proper, modern, and accessible services,” Prasetyo said.
During the ceremony, the three-star general also urged Chair of the Polri MBG Task Force Inspector Gen. Nurwono Danang to prioritize service in remote and underdeveloped areas and conduct direct reviews of SPPG construction work to ensure smooth progress.
The Polri currently operate two SPPGs in the Papua region, managed by the Papua Regional Police and the Jayapura City Police, which serve 1,880 and 2,783 people, respectively, per day.
Nationally, the police aim to establish 1,500 MBG kitchens, with 1,099 already in operational, preparatory, or construction stages.
As of December, the MBG program has served roughly 49 million schoolchildren, breastfeeding mothers, pregnant women, and toddlers nationwide since January 6. The number is expected to hit 82.9 million by March 2026.
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Polri Deputy Chief Commissioner General Dedi Prasetyo attended the groundbreaking of the kitchens located in the Keerom and Biak Numfor Districts of Papua Province and in the Merauke District of South Papua Province, according to a statement received in Jakarta.
The ceremony marked the start of the construction of the Keerom Police SPPG, targeting 1,500 recipients; the Biak Numfor Police SPPG, serving 1,000 beneficiaries; and four Merauke Police kitchens expected to reach nearly eight thousand residents.
Prasetyo said the development of MBG kitchens in Papua demonstrates the police's commitment to expanding its services and supporting government efforts to improve people's nutritional intake, particularly in remote and difficult-to-access regions.
“More than mere buildings, these SPPGs constitute Polri's huge investment in efforts to boost its services in the Papua region,” he stated, stressing that the kitchens are intended to benefit the public.
He also affirmed that Polri will continue expanding its services in eastern Indonesia through ongoing SPPG construction and digitalization initiatives.
“Papua remains a priority region. Through the SPPGs and ongoing projects, we aim to provide citizens with proper, modern, and accessible services,” Prasetyo said.
During the ceremony, the three-star general also urged Chair of the Polri MBG Task Force Inspector Gen. Nurwono Danang to prioritize service in remote and underdeveloped areas and conduct direct reviews of SPPG construction work to ensure smooth progress.
The Polri currently operate two SPPGs in the Papua region, managed by the Papua Regional Police and the Jayapura City Police, which serve 1,880 and 2,783 people, respectively, per day.
Nationally, the police aim to establish 1,500 MBG kitchens, with 1,099 already in operational, preparatory, or construction stages.
As of December, the MBG program has served roughly 49 million schoolchildren, breastfeeding mothers, pregnant women, and toddlers nationwide since January 6. The number is expected to hit 82.9 million by March 2026.
Related news: Indonesia mobilizes family planning workers to expand MBG program
Related news: RI Govt to expand free meal program for disabled citizens
Related news: Prabowo counters free meal critics, cites 49 million served daily
Translator: Nadia P, Tegar Nurfitra
Editor: Azis Kurmala
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4) West Papuan advocates petition gov't for stronger support
By Ezra Toara 4 hrs ago
West Papuan freedom fighters and advocates in Vanuatu have formally submitted a petition calling on the Government to take a stronger and more decisive stance on the issue of West Papuan self-determination.
The petition expresses concern that the Vanuatu Government is not doing enough to support the long-standing struggle of the people of West Papua.
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