Walking Shark Population in Raja Ampat Records Highest Density Globally Highlighting Critical Need for Coral Reef Conservation
The Raja Ampat archipelago in West Papua, Indonesia, has long been celebrated as the global epicenter of marine biodiversity, but recent scientific findings have brought a specific, charismatic resident into…
Kemenpar Gears Up for Raja Ampat’s UNESCO Global Geopark Revalidation with Focus on Sustainable Tourism
Jakarta, Indonesia – May 22, 2026 – The Indonesian Ministry of Tourism (Kemenpar) is undertaking a comprehensive and accelerated strategic initiative to ensure the successful revalidation of Raja Ampat’s prestigious…
From Corporate Executive to Grassroots Guardian How Loesye Fainsenem is Empowering Women and Protecting Mangroves in Raja Ampat
Loesye Fainsenem, a 42-year-old former hospitality executive, has traded the air-conditioned boardrooms of Manokwari for the humid mangrove forests and coastal gardens of Raja Ampat, marking a significant shift from…








