DPD RI Urges Government to Establish a Roadmap for Security Resolution in Papua During Meeting with Coordinating Ministry for Political and Security Affairs

13 May 2026 oleh admin

Jakarta, dpd.go.id — The escalating violence in the Land of Papua has once again drawn the attention of DPD RI. The issue emerged during a meeting between the Vice Speaker II of the DPD RI, Yorrys Raweyai, and the Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs, Djamari Chaniago, in the Yudistira Meeting Room of the Coordinating Ministry for Political and Security Affairs Building in Central Jakarta on May 13, 2026.

During the meeting, Yorrys, accompanied by Filep Wafma, Lis Tabuni, and Andi Sofyan Hasdam, conveyed the latest developments regarding the living conditions of communities across the Land of Papua.

Yorrys urged immediate action, stating that thousands of residents have fled their homes and lost hope.

“As a result of the alarming security situation, people no longer feel safe or comfortable earning a living, while children are gripped by fear in carrying out the teaching and learning process,” Yorrys explained.

He added that in several regions, particularly in the highlands, armed clashes between the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), the National Police (Polri), and Armed Criminal Groups (KKB) have severely disrupted the social fabric of local communities.

He stressed that thousands displaced still lack government support, risking new social problems.

Meanwhile, Filep Wafma also expressed concern over growing public opposition to National Strategic Projects (PSN) in the Land of Papua.

According to him, the government must take a clear and firm stance in responding to the public’s rejection of these projects, especially since much of the resistance stems from the involvement of security forces, which are perceived to have used violence against local residents.

“National Strategic Projects are meant to bring benefits to the people, not create unrest. Therefore, the Government must address these public concerns so that people feel heard and cared for,” Filep stressed.

Filep further emphasized the importance of the government formulating and publicly releasing a roadmap for resolving security issues in the Land of Papua.

He stated that such a roadmap would serve as a guideline for all stakeholders concerned with building a peaceful future for Papua. Concluding the meeting, Yorrys expressed appreciation for the Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs' willingness to receive and listen to the aspirations conveyed by DPD RI members.

The Chair of the MPR for Papua Affairs also expressed hope that the Coordinating Ministry for Political and Security Affairs would take the lead in formulating comprehensive solutions to address the security challenges in the Land of Papua.