Jakarta, July 19, 2026 – The Europe Today: Indonesia and Papua New Guinea (PNG) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cross-border cooperation, with a focus on ensuring a sustainable electricity supply for communities living along their shared border.
The discussions were held during a meeting between Indonesia’s National Border Management Agency (BNPP), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, and representatives of Papua New Guinea’s Ministry for Tourism, Arts, and Culture in Jakarta. The talks centered on continuing electricity supplies to residents of Wutung, a border town in Papua New Guinea that receives power from Indonesia.
Indonesian officials emphasized that cross-border electricity cooperation has significantly improved the quality of life for border communities while strengthening bilateral ties between the neighboring countries. They noted that reliable access to electricity supports economic activities, public services, and broader regional development.
Both sides also explored ways to enhance cooperation in border management and infrastructure development, reaffirming their shared commitment to promoting prosperity, connectivity, and stability in border areas. The meeting highlighted the importance of continued collaboration in addressing the needs of communities living along the Indonesia–Papua New Guinea frontier.
Indonesia and Papua New Guinea share a long-standing partnership in border affairs, with cooperation extending to trade, security, infrastructure, and socio-economic development. The latest discussions underscore the two countries’ commitment to deepening practical cooperation that benefits residents on both sides of the border.
