Is West Papua occupied?

Indonesia has controlled West Papua since invading in 1963 and formalising its annexation through the controversial, UN approved, ‘Act of Free Choice’. Security forces are accused of severe human rights violations during the occupation with an estimated 500,000 Papuans killed.

Is PNG Indonesia?

The territory was later transferred to Indonesia in 1963, with some locals opposed to Indonesian rule and began an insurgency that continues today. In 1973 the eastern half of the island was renamed Papua New Guinea and gained independence in 1975.

When did Indonesia get West Papua?

In 1949, when Indonesia formally gained independence from its colonizer, the Netherlands, the European country did not also relinquish control of its nearby colonial territory, West New Guinea (now known as West Papua).

How long has West Papua become part of Indonesia?

The region was incorporated into the Indonesian republic in the 1960s. Following the 1998 commencement of reforms across Indonesia, Papua and other Indonesian provinces received greater regional autonomy. In 2001, “Special Autonomy” status was granted to the region, although to date, implementation has been partial.

Why is West Papua not part of Indonesia?

The islands that now make up Indonesia were also colonised by the Dutch but when the Republic of Indonesia became an independent nation state in 1949, West Papua did not join the country.

When will the Indonesian flag be hoisted in West Papua?

Indonesian flag would be hoisted in West Papua starting from December 31, 1962 beside the UN flag. The authority to West Papua would be handed to the government of Indonesia by May 1, 1963. The government of Indonesia must let the inhabitants of West Papua to decide whether they want to stay or separate from Indonesia by 1969.

What is the capital of West Papua province?

Manokwari is the province’s capital, while Sorong is its largest city. West Papua is the second-least populous province in Indonesia, with a population of 760,422 according to the 2010 census by Statistics Indonesia.

What is New York Agreement on West Papua?

New York Agreement is a bilateral agreement between Indonesia and the Netherlands that addressed the status of West Papua.