Natalius Pigai

Indonesian government debate over indigenous Papuan identity

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Tito Karnavian clarifies definition of indigenous Papuans

The definition of ‘Orang Asli Papua’ (OAP), or indigenous Papuans, has become a subject of government clarification following concerns over social identity and resource allocation. Initially, Deputy Minister of Home Aff

Human rights concerns and violence in Papua

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Human rights officials demand probe into Papua office attack

In August 2026, regional representative Mamberob Y. Rumakiek called for state intervention and witness protection following the alleged shooting of three civilians in the Muara Sungai Aifam area of Maybrat Regency. Rumak

Andrie Yunus acid attack legal proceedings

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Indonesian military court reduces sentences in acid attack on activist

The Jakarta High Military Court II-06 issued an appeal verdict regarding the March 2026 acid attack on KontraS Vice Coordinator Andrie Yunus. The ruling reduced the prison sentences of Second Sergeant Edi Sudarko and Fir

Indonesia civic and political participation initiatives

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Indonesia promotes inclusive political systems for youth participation

Indonesia is pursuing initiatives to increase civic and political engagement through various government and institutional channels. In late August 2026, the Ministry of Human Rights introduced strategies to integrate ci

Indonesian government stance on Papua sovereignty

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Natalius Pigai urges Papua officials to end bribery and respect Indonesian sovereignty

Indonesian Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai has addressed regional governance and sovereignty in Central Papua. During meetings with local leaders and the Central Papua Regional House of Representatives in Nabire, Pi