Acting Governor of Highland Papua, Velix V. Wanggai, stated here on Saturday that the two institutions serve as representatives for the Highland Papuan people.
The two will collaborate with the provincial government to develop the Highland Papuan region based on their duties and roles.
"When the new autonomous region (DOB) of Highland Papua was established, these two institutions were not yet operational. Now that we also have a definitive Governor and Deputy Governor of Highland Papua, our governance structure is more complete," he remarked.
He affirmed that currently, his side is responsible for fulfilling all administrative and developmental requirements in the new province, as mandated by the central government.
"We believe that these tasks are being carried out step-by-step, including the preparations for the MRP, DPRP, and the definitive governor and deputy governor. Therefore, this region must continue to progress better," he stated.
He expressed hope that with the elected Governor John Tabo and Deputy Governor Ones Pahabol, Highland Papua will make significant progress compared to the other five provinces in Papua.
"We are confident that with the exceptional skills and experience of John Tabo and Ones Pahabol, Highland Papua will advance well beyond the other five provinces in Papua," he affirmed.
He urged the communities in the eight districts of Highland Papua to welcome the elected Governor and Deputy Governor, John Tabo-Ones Pahabol, as leaders in this region.
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Editor: Azis Kurmala
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