"First, strengthen the aspect of sustainable Papua welfare development planning with transparency and responsibility," he said during a discussion on the acceleration of development and special autonomy in Papua. The discussion was held in Jakarta on Friday.
In this case, responsibility means ensuring the program has a real impact and provides comprehensive, effective, and accountable solutions for Papua, he explained.
"Second, increase public trust in the government through a cultural and religious approach," Amin said.
Through the approach, it is expected that communication between the local community and related parties can be established through peaceful discussions, he said.
"Embrace traditional leaders, religious figures, youth, and Papuan mothers in development efforts to improve welfare and realize a peaceful Papua," he said.
Third, accelerate efforts to follow up the formation of new autonomous regions, he said.
"Please immediately complete the impending agenda such as the development of government infrastructure, human resources management, and regional financial management," he said.
Amin then lauded all stakeholders in Papua and said that development in the province cannot be achieved instantly, but will require continuous action.
"I would like to express my appreciation to all stakeholders in Papua, especially the acting governors, acting mayors and district head, legislative representatives, Papuan People's Assembly, traditional and religious leaders, and all components of the Papua Steering Committee (BPP) for their hard work," he added.
Earlier, the representative of BPP, Albert Yoku, said that many benefits of development are currently being felt by the Papuan people, especially Indigenous Papuans.
He said he believes that if development is carried out sustainably, Papua will make similar progress as other Indonesian provinces.
"We are confident that the Indonesia-centric development policy will be realized, and Papua will enjoy development like other provinces. Including the four new autonomous regions, namely Southwest Papua, Central Papua, South Papua, and Highland Papua," Yoku added.
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Editor: Rahmad Nasution
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