Jayapura, Jubi — The Central Papua Provincial Government has pledged to ensure that development delivers tangible benefits to communities across the province, particularly Indigenous Papuans (OAP).

Silwanus Sumule, acting regional secretary of Central Papua, said the province’s 2027 development theme is focused on strengthening the local economy and regional competitiveness based on local potential.

He said the theme reflects a shared commitment to development rooted in local strengths, cultural values, and the optimal use of regional resources.

Soemoele delivered the remarks while representing Governor Meki Nawipa at the closing of the Special Autonomy Development Planning Forum (Musrenbang Otsus) and the Regional Government Work Plan (RKPD) forum at the governor’s office on Thursday (April 30, 2026).

“Going forward, development in Central Papua will be guided by principles that are results-oriented, targeted, transparent, and accountable, while delivering real benefits to the community, especially Indigenous Papuans,” he said.

He added that the provincial government is prioritizing the use of Special Autonomy (Otsus) funds to improve the quality of life of Indigenous Papuans through education, healthcare, economic empowerment, and basic infrastructure.

Soemoele also stressed the importance of involving the Papuan People’s Assembly (MRP) in development planning forums, particularly at the district level, as part of implementing the Special Autonomy Law.

“Development Planning Consultation Forum (Musrenbang) is an important forum to align community aspirations with central government policies and regional development priorities,” he said.

He said the forum enables policymakers to identify development challenges, set program priorities, and determine the direction of regional development.

“All agreements reached in the Musrenbang will serve as input for refining the RKPD and as a guideline for regional agencies in implementing development programs,” he added. (*)