President Prabowo Subianto gathered Papua’s provincial governors, regents, community representatives and members of the Executive Committee for the Acceleration of Special Autonomy Development for Papua at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Tuesday, 16 December 2025.
Key Details of the Meeting
Deputy Minister of Home Affairs and committee member Ribka Haluk reported that six provincial governors and 42 regents attended. She said the President was expected to issue policy directions and engage in dialogue with the regional leaders.
“The dialogue between the President, governors, and regents is important. However, the main objective is to harmonize central government programs and policies aimed at accelerating development in Papua,” Ribka said upon arriving at the palace complex.
Ribka added that the committee has recently launched the Master Plan for the Acceleration of Papua Development (RIPP) together with the National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas). The plan is intended to serve as a roadmap for coordinated development efforts in the region.
Papua Governor Mathius Fakhiri stressed the province’s need for accelerated development across multiple sectors and expressed hope that the meeting would allow President Prabowo to directly address Papuan community concerns. “We hope the President, who cares deeply about the people of Papua, can respond to the issues raised by the governors,” he said.
President Prabowo is slated to outline strategic steps for accelerating Papua’s development and to provide guidance to regional leaders, committee members and Papuan representatives during the gathering.
Government’s Push for Faster Progress
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian said the President is keen to move swiftly on Papua’s development. After meeting the executive committee and regional leaders at the Home Affairs Ministry on Monday, 15 December, he confirmed that the President would deliver his directives on Tuesday afternoon.
Tito noted that the discussion would take place at the Bappenas office, focusing on aligning roles and strengthening coordination among stakeholders involved in advancing development in Papua.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who attended the December 16 meeting at the Presidential Palace?
The meeting was attended by President Prabowo, six provincial governors, 42 regents from across Papua, Papuan community figures, and members of the Executive Committee for the Acceleration of Special Autonomy Development for Papua, including Deputy Minister Ribka Haluk.
What is the Master Plan for the Acceleration of Papua Development (RIPP)?
RIPP is a development roadmap launched by the executive committee in cooperation with the National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas). It is intended to guide coordinated development efforts throughout Papua.
What are the next steps that the President is expected to outline?
President Prabowo is scheduled to present strategic steps for accelerating Papua’s development, provide guidance to regional leaders and committee members, and deliver directives aimed at aligning central programs with local needs.
How do you think this coordinated approach could affect Papua’s future development?
