Jayapura — Papua Governor Mathius D. Fakhiri reaffirmed that all development promises made to the people will not remain mere political statements but will be realized through concrete actions that directly improve the lives of Papuans in various sectors.
Speaking in Jayapura on Saturday (Nov 1, 2025) during a provincial work program evaluation, Fakhiri emphasized that the Papua Provincial Government is currently prioritizing key programs focused on improving the quality of education, healthcare services, and strengthening the local economy—particularly for indigenous Papuans.
“Promises must be proven through work. Every policy and program should bring real benefits to the people, not just stay as talk,” Fakhiri stated firmly.
He explained that the direction of Papua’s development goes beyond physical infrastructure projects. The government, he said, is also concentrating on empowering human resources so that local communities can become more self-reliant. Efforts are being made to strengthen coordination between provincial and district governments, security forces, and social institutions to ensure that all programs are implemented effectively, even in remote areas.
Fakhiri also underlined that the success of Papua’s development largely depends on active community participation. He encouraged residents to take part in maintaining public facilities and monitoring government initiatives to ensure programs reach their intended targets.
“The government cannot do this alone. We need everyone’s involvement so that each initiative truly brings positive change and can be felt by people at the grassroots level,” he added.
This initiative aligns with the national agenda to accelerate development across eastern Indonesia. The Papua Provincial Government remains committed to implementing its programs through a transparent, equitable, and human-centered approach to ensure balanced welfare improvement for all communities.
With this spirit of collaboration, Fakhiri expressed hope that Papua will continue to grow into a region that is peaceful, prosperous, and advanced—where every government promise is realized through tangible progress and meaningful outcomes for its people.
