Papuan human rights defender faces intimidation after delivering statement at the UN
Mrs Lami Faan, a Papuan human rights defender from Maybrat was intimidated following her testimony at the United Nations Human Rights Council.
West Papua
The indigenous peoples in West Papua suffer from human rights violations in the decades long lasting political and economical conflict there. West Papua refers to the western half of the New Guinea island. It is comprised of the six Indonesian provinces: Papua, Papua Barat, Papua Tengah, Papua Pegunungan, Papua Selatan, Papua Barat Daya.
Army members shoot dead three indigenous Papuans in Puncak Jaya – Military claims victims were rebels
On the night of 16 July 2024, the Indonesian military tragically shot dead Mr Tonda Wanimbo, head of Kalome Village in Mepogolok District, Mr Pemerintah Murib, head of Dokkome Village, …
Unknown perpetrator fires air rifle at Papuan human rights defender in Manokwari
Senior Papuan lawyer and director of the Manokwari Institute for Research, Assessment, and Development of Legal Aid (LP3BH Manokwari), Mr Yan Christian Warinussy was shot with an air rifle on …
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Rights of Sumuri indigenous community under threat in Teluk Bintuni
A National Strategic Project (PSN) Teluk Bintuni Regency, Papua Barat Province, has sparked concerns over the potential violation of indigenous land rights. The project, handled by Genting Oil Kasuri Pte. Ltd, is accused of failing to implement Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) principles with the affected Sumuri indigenous community.
Indigenous communities in Sorong demand end to illegal logging by PT MAM
Indigenous communities in Sorong Regency, Southwest Papua, are accusing PT Mancaraya Argo Mandiri (PT MAM) of illegally logging their customary forests. The company’s operational license was revoked in 2019, but it is suspected of continuing activities in the Sayosa and Maudus districts.
Papua Quarterly Report Q2 2024: Stagnation and Conflict: Land Rights and Military Presence Intensify
This comprehensive 9-page document lists cases and developments including human rights violations and their patterns; escalation of armed conflict and its impact on civilians; significant political shifts in Indonesia affecting …
Police seize Morning Star flags from Papuan students in Makassar
olice in Makassar, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia, seized Morning Star flags from a Papuan student dormitory on 5 July 2024. The seizure came after a video of students raising the flags went viral on social media.
Pretrial application rejected in Victor Mambor bombing case
On 23 January 2023, Papuan journalist Victor Mambor became the target of a bomb attack at his residence. This incident, which threatened him and underscored the dangers faced by journalists in Papua, has sparked significant controversy and criticism over the handling of the investigation by law enforcement.
Military members intimidate journalists in Sorong
Members of the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) have been accused of intimidating journalists while collecting information about the death of a Navy (TNI_AL) member at the Lantamal XIV/Sorong Navy headquarters in Sorong on 9 July 2024.
Military members accused of executing Papuan rebel and disappearing body in Intan Jaya
On 30 June 2024, military members allegedly arrested Mr Atinus Kum, a member of the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB), in the Intan Jaya Regency, Papua Tengah Province.
Scientific article on the conflict in West Papua
n this reflection, the characteristics of the social situation in Papua at the end of 2022 are being described. The current situation is the result of the ‘security approach strategy’ pattern that has been implemented by the Indonesian government for the past 3 ½ years.
Security force members kill Papuan man during raid in Paniai Regency
On 14 June 2024, Mr Pilemon Gobai, 42, was unlawfully killed, and Mr Melkias Yatipai,47, a tribal leader, sustained a bullet injury on the left heel as security force members raided the area around the Odiyai Village, Paniai Regency.
Indigenous communities oppose Merauke Sugarcane Project over socio-environmental concerns
The Indonesian government’s plan to transform Merauke town, South Papua (Papua Selatan) Province, into a major centre for sugarcane plantations and bioethanol production has sparked significant controversy and legal disputes. This large-scale agricultural endeavour, part of the National Strategic Project (PSN), aims to achieve sugar self-sufficiency by 2027.
Clearing of sago trees in Sorong to make way for palm oil plantations
The Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (BPN) and the government of Sorong Regency, Southwest Papua (Papua Barat Daya) Province, are being urged to review the permits and impose strict sanctions on PT Inti Kebun Sejahtera (IKSJ) following recent trespassing on customary land.
Destruction of community plantations in Timika highlights lack legal protection
The long-standing tension in Timika has escalated, resulting in significant destruction of local community plantations. The situation, which began in 2017, has reached alarming levels in 2024 with repeated incidents of violence, destruction, and threats. The person behind these actions is an individual known by the initials YG.
London, 27th-29th June 2024: Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal Session on State and environmental violence in West Papua
he Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal (PPT), established in 1979 on the basis of the Universal Declaration of Peoples’ Rights, and in compliance with its Statute, has opened a procedure to investigate the environmental impacts of development in West Papua and the human rights violations linked to those practices.
IDPs from Bibida and Paniai Timur return home
On 25 June 2024, the internally displaced persons (IDPs) from the districts of Bibida and Paniai Timur were allowed to return home
Unsettled torture of Moses Yewen sparks conflict between relatives and military in Fef District, Tambrauw Regency
The longstanding conflict between the family of the late Moses Yewen and the military presence in Fef district, Tambrauw Regency, Southwest Papua (Papua Barat Daya) Province has moved towards resolution. This follows a series of meetings and protests that highlighted the community’s grievances and demands. Mr Moses Yewen was tortured by military members on 9 April 2021 and died a month later. His relatives claim his death was a consequence of the torture he experienced.
Eleven forest areas in Papua proposed to become customary forests – battling the lack of recognition
Nine clans from the Wambon Kenemopte Tribe in Boven Digoel Regency, South Papua, have submitted proposals. These clans include Kinggo Kambenap, Tenggare, Aute, Kanduga, Ekoki (Aiwat Village), Ekoki (Kampung Subur), Kemi, Eninggugop, and Wauk. Additionally, proposals came from the Gelek Malak Kalawilis Pasa in Sorong Regency and the Afsya people in Konda South Sorong District. The total forest area proposed is 245,506 hectares.
Impunity: Lack of transparency in legal process against 13 soldiers accused of torturing three Papuans in Puncak
The Papua Human Rights Lawyers Association has criticized the Indonesian National Army (TNI) for its lack of transparency in handling the legal process involving 13 soldiers accused of torturing three Papuan civilians in Puncak Regency.