The Government of Papua New Guinea (PNG) insists it will not remain silent on human-rights concerns affecting Melanesian peoples — including those in West Papua — said Prime Minister James Marape.
Mr Marape affirmed that PNG’s foreign-policy stance is clear: its position is not influenced or overshadowed by external pressure, including from Indonesia. He told citizens that concerns over alleged abuses in West Papua have been raised by PNG through multiple bilateral and regional engagements over the years.
While emphasizing respect for Indonesia’s sovereignty, the Prime Minister reiterated that the regional community — particularly Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) — retains the right to speak up on issues of human rights, cultural identity and the welfare of Melanesian peoples wherever they live.
Mr Marape urged accurate and responsible media reporting, stressing that PNG’s advocacy is about human dignity and Melanesian solidarity — not political provocation.
As discussions continue at regional forums, PNG under the Marape government signals that it will press quietly but firmly for accountability and justice for West Papuans — and will not remain indifferent in the face of alleged human-rights abuses.
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