Indigenous rights in Papua backed by constitution, DPD says

Indonesia's Regional Representative Council (DPD) has affirmed that the nation's constitution provides legal backing for indigenous institutions and customary rights. The council emphasized the importance of recognizing and protecting these traditional structures within the Indonesian legal framework. This statement highlights a commitment to upholding the rights and recognition of indigenous communities across the archipelago. The DPD's stance underscores the constitutional basis for respecting ancestral customs and governance systems.

This affirmation is significant as it reinforces the legal recognition and protection of indigenous rights, which are often vulnerable to development and modernization pressures.