West Papua Loses David Amess, one of the longest internships of British MPs
David Amess, one of the longest internships of British MPs sitting in the House of Commons from the Conservative Party, … Continue reading West Papua Loses David Amess, one of the longest internships of British MPs
Soldiers in classrooms a lasting legacy in West Papua
Church leaders warn the presence of Indonesian soldiers in classrooms in West Papua is proving traumatic for children in a … Continue reading Soldiers in classrooms a lasting legacy in West Papua
Pastor Nafuki, defender of the rights of West Papuans, has died
Leader of Vanuatu’s Christian Council and president of the Vanuatu Free West Papua Association, Pastor Nafuki campaigned for years for … Continue reading Pastor Nafuki, defender of the rights of West Papuans, has died
Chief Gen. WPRA Mathias Wenda: Indonesia Must Go Home! Leave Us Alone!
In celebrating the Independence Anniversary of the Republic of West Papua that was proclaimed by the Organisasi Papua Merdeka (OPM) … Continue reading Chief Gen. WPRA Mathias Wenda: Indonesia Must Go Home! Leave Us Alone!
House of Commons Hansard: West Papua: Human Rights
4.30 pm Robert Courts (Witney) (Con) I beg to move, That this House has considered human rights in West Papua. … Continue reading House of Commons Hansard: West Papua: Human Rights
Bougainville independence referendum postponed
A meeting today in Port Moresby between the Papua New Guinea national government and the Autonomous Bougainville Government resolved to … Continue reading Bougainville independence referendum postponed
UN demands probe into Indonesian treatment of Papuans
JAKARATA, 22 FEBRUARY 2019 (THE AUSTRALIAN) – United Nations human rights experts have demanded an independent probe into “alleged killings, … Continue reading UN demands probe into Indonesian treatment of Papuans
Why nearly 2 million people are demanding an independence vote for West Papua province
Earlier this week, a petition signed by more than 1.8 million people calling for an independence referendum in Indonesia’s West … Continue reading Why nearly 2 million people are demanding an independence vote for West Papua province
Forum SG says Vanuatu position on self-determination issue admirable
Daily Post – Vanuatu has always been very principled in its approach to West Papua, in the issue of self-determination of … Continue reading Forum SG says Vanuatu position on self-determination issue admirable
PNG’s Parkop pushes for referendum for West Papuans
The newspaper The National reported that Powes Parkop wants PNG to push for a legitimate independence referendum for West Papuans He said … Continue reading PNG’s Parkop pushes for referendum for West Papuans
West Papua Liberation Army refuses to surrender
The West Papua Liberation Army is refusing to bow to Indonesia’s ultimatum and surrender. After the Army claimed responsibility for … Continue reading West Papua Liberation Army refuses to surrender
Human Rights Watch calls for end to killings in Papua
Human Rights Watch is calling on Papuan militants to stop unlawful killings, after a massacre of Indonesians took place in … Continue reading Human Rights Watch calls for end to killings in Papua
TNI gives Papua Liberation Army ultimatum to surrender
The Liberation Army claimed responsibility for killing up to 31 Indonesians, mainly road construction workers, this month in the Highlands … Continue reading TNI gives Papua Liberation Army ultimatum to surrender
31 people have been killed in West Papua. Why?
The construction workers were shot dead by separatist rebels in Indonesia’s Papua province, marking the region’s deadliest bout of violence … Continue reading 31 people have been killed in West Papua. Why?
West Papua Flag Raised in Port Vila, Vanuatu
The United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) in partnership with the Vanuatu West Papua Association and the South Moluccas association … Continue reading West Papua Flag Raised in Port Vila, Vanuatu
Christmas Message from the Solomon Islands Prime Minister in Honiara
CHRISTMAS MESSAGE. BY THE PRIME MINISTER, HONOURABLE RICK HOUENIPWELA. My fellow Solomon Islanders, let me on behalf of the Government … Continue reading Christmas Message from the Solomon Islands Prime Minister in Honiara
Joe Natuman: We are All Melanesians
“We are all Melanesian,” said Deputy Prime Minister Joe Natuman. “We are family. We regard it as an obligation to help … Continue reading Joe Natuman: We are All Melanesians
Melanesian leaders condemn UN for turning ‘a deaf ear’ to West Papua atrocities
Solomon Islands and Vanuatu leaders want investigation into alleged abuses and support for independence campaign Ben Doherty @bendohertycorro Sunday 24 September … Continue reading Melanesian leaders condemn UN for turning ‘a deaf ear’ to West Papua atrocities
West Papua protest at Forum summit in Apia
A small, but vocal, group of protesters gathered this morning outside the Sheraton Aggies Resort in Apia, venue of the … Continue reading West Papua protest at Forum summit in Apia
Officials rubbish West Papua protest
By Joyetter Feagaimaali’i-Luamanu , 07 September 2017 A senior staff member of Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Franz Albert Joku, … Continue reading Officials rubbish West Papua protest
Speech by Hon. Peter O’Neill CMG MP – Prime Minister Upon Election to Form Government
In the 10th Parliament of Papua New Guinea – 2 August 2017 Mr Speaker, Firstly, may I congratulate you, on … Continue reading Speech by Hon. Peter O’Neill CMG MP – Prime Minister Upon Election to Form Government
International Day Of Solidarity For Free West Papua
3 March 18, 2017 Washington, DC Website: WPAN World-wide protest demanding that Indonesia end military colonization of West Papua and free … Continue reading International Day Of Solidarity For Free West Papua
Author praised for opening readers’ eyes to West Papua’s repression
Posted on March 15, 2017 | 1 Comment By Pacific Media Watch editor Kendall Hutt, March 15, 2017 Bookstore owners, … Continue reading Author praised for opening readers’ eyes to West Papua’s repression
Female Melanesian tattooists to make their mark in Spain
APReport – By Hele Ikimotu A threatened tradition will get fresh focus when a female Melanesian tattoo collective takes up … Continue reading Female Melanesian tattooists to make their mark in Spain
UN Decolonization Committee Urges U.S. To Refrain From ‘Harmful And Unproductive Activities’ In American Samoa
PIReport – By Fili Sagapolutele PAGO PAGO, American Samoa (The Samoa News, March 9, 2017) – The United Nations has “strongly … Continue reading UN Decolonization Committee Urges U.S. To Refrain From ‘Harmful And Unproductive Activities’ In American Samoa
Guinea, Vanuatu Have UN Vote Restored After Paying Dues
NEW YORK — Guinea and Vanuatu had their ability to vote at the United Nations restored on Monday, having been … Continue reading Guinea, Vanuatu Have UN Vote Restored After Paying Dues
GOLD IS STOLEN ON A MASSIVE SCALE IN PNG: Where is TakeBackPNG?
By Sam Jay Kaupa There is a question that people need to ask. Why can’t the Central Bank of PNG … Continue reading GOLD IS STOLEN ON A MASSIVE SCALE IN PNG: Where is TakeBackPNG?
MSG SECRETARIAT & PIFS COMMENCE TALKS ON EDF11 SPIRIT PROJECT
PORT VILA, VANUATU (21 January 2022): Talks have begun between the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Secretariat and the Pacific Islands … Continue reading MSG SECRETARIAT & PIFS COMMENCE TALKS ON EDF11 SPIRIT PROJECT
MSG SECRETARIAT AND VANUATU FOREIGN AFFAIRS MINISTRY TO HOLD CONSULTATION
PORT VILA, VANUATU (21 January 2022): A meeting between the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Secretariat and Vanuatu’s Ministry of Foreign … Continue reading MSG SECRETARIAT AND VANUATU FOREIGN AFFAIRS MINISTRY TO HOLD CONSULTATION
West Papuan liberation leader announces provisional government’s diplomatic missions around the globe
EST Papuan liberation leader Benny Wenda said today that his provisional government is stepping up the fight for justice and … Continue reading West Papuan liberation leader announces provisional government’s diplomatic missions around the globe
West Papuans to open branch office in Port Moresby, Wenda confirms
By APR editor – January 11, 2022 Asia Pacific Report newsdesk The United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) plans to open a government … Continue reading West Papuans to open branch office in Port Moresby, Wenda confirms
Everyone controlled New Guinea, but never the natives
A history 1545-1969 The island of New Guinea has seen many colonial powers rule since it was “occupied” on June … Continue reading Everyone controlled New Guinea, but never the natives
Bony Kaiyo: West Papua – klostu nau
Since the United Liberation Movement for West Papua was established in December 2014 in Vanuatu, Papua’s international diplomacy has gained … Continue reading Bony Kaiyo: West Papua – klostu nau
Interim President: Recognition of the Provisional Government of the ULMWP
Interim President: Recognition of the Provisional GovernmentUnited Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) / u1l2m3w4p5 / 2 hours ago This … Continue reading Interim President: Recognition of the Provisional Government of the ULMWP
Referendum “unjust and unfair” for Indigenous People of Kanaky
MEDIA STATEMENT The French Government’s decision to proceed with the third and final referendumvote for self-determination in Kanaky/New Caledonia was … Continue reading Referendum “unjust and unfair” for Indigenous People of Kanaky
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