West Papua issue separate from Indonesian bilateral relation: Kaltongga

First Political Advisor, Richard Kaltongga, has said the Prime Minister’s Office continues to sympathize with the West Papua issue contrary to media reports and accusations however in order for a truly effective approach to be made, the Vanuatu Government must be on good terms with the Indonesian Government. 

Kaltongga stated: “The issue of West Papua must be separated from Vanuatu’s bilateral relationship with Indonesia in light of the potential benefits that could come to Vanuatu from such a relationship. Irresponsible statements in the media will only jeopardize any initiative by Vanuatu to establish the appropriate rapport with the Government of Indonesia. 

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West Papua issue separate from Indonesian bilateral relation: Kaltongga