For several decades, disputes and conflicts between West Papua and Indonesia have been ongoing. The indigenous West Papuans believe their nation’s sovereignty was illegally taken by Indonesia post colonialism. As tensions persist, many questions remain such as what is currently going on inside West Papua and the actions being taken by domestic and international parties.
4ZZZ's Toni Pankaluic spoke with Benny Wenda, Chairman and President of the United Liberation Movement for West Papua to learn more about the current happenings as well as the political history shaping the situation.
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To learn more about the Free West Campaign visit the website or check out their social media (Facebook | X). You can download the Morning Star flag for the 1st of December to show solidarity with the West Papuan people.
Read up about this recent event involving a New Zealand pilot being held in West Papua.
If you would like to see some glimpses into the cultural traditions of the West Papua people... check out this Facebook page, where you can enjoy some informative videos as well as the stunning photography.