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002 december 15, 2017 - january 14, 2018 Tourist Destinations with Spectacular Wonders Papua Coffee in Demand in other Countries Government Builds Baliem Dam with a Capacity of 200 Million M3 Editorial Composition of the of West Papua Tabloid Editor in chief Khariri Makmun Managing Editor Paulus Cahyono Editorial Staff Aan Humaidi F. Ozy Dominngus Eky Natalia Contributors Christian Hadi John L. Bustami Ricky Sanjaya Graphic Design George Ts. L. Website : westpapuatabloid.com Email : [email protected] Published by: West Papua Lovers Community (KPWP) Editor’s Note Dear Readers, region has its culinary wealth. All this affluence is strong enough Tourism is one of the primary sectors in the province of West to attract visitors. The natural beauty, the society’s affability, and Papua. This is what prompted this second edition of West Papua its culinary wealth serve as a capital in advancing the region. Tabloid to expound on the tourism potential of the region of West It is time for the provincial and district / municipality Papua. governments, private and other stakeholders to continuously West Papua Province has amazing tourism potential and is synergize to advance West Papua’s tourism. The tourism sector in not inferior with other regions in Indonesia. You will not see the the region should be motivated and given stimulus to spur tourist remarkable natural beauty of West Papua’s land and sea in other visits. regions. Indonesian tourists do not need to go abroad in the future. Other than the world-famous Raja Ampat, this province also Going around Indonesia is satisfying enough because their has many interesting attractions, such as the Cendrawasih Bay country’s tourism attractions are better. On the other hand, it is National Park (TNTC) in Teluk Wondama Regency, mountain more beneficial for the domestic monetary circulation. Tourism in Arfak Mountains Regency and a number of tourism In this second edition, we are also presenting data regarding attractions in other areas, which can be alternative tours for both West Papua’s economic development achievement in 2016, domestic and foreign tourists. which grew by 4.52 percent and is higher than the 2015 economic President Joko Widodo paid serious attention to the tourism growth of 4.15%. sector. The tourism sector is the third largest contributor to the Based on the results of the Economic Census of 2016, country’s revenues. macro stability continued with inflation rate at 3.78%, in April Currently, the government is boosting the tourism sector to 2017, and the welfare of the community improved. We ought to be increase state revenues. Tourism Minister Arif Yahya is amply grateful with the various achievements and economic growth. As active in creating 10 new tourism destinations that are parallel to a relatively new province, West Papua needs to grow faster and Bali. Through the tourism program, people’s economy will grow have more equity because it will impact on efforts of alleviating well. poverty and inequality. In addition, it has to make sure that it Indonesia, including West Papua, does not only possess increases availability of employment and community welfare natural beauty. The people of this country are friendly and each equivalent to other provinces in Indonesia. Enjoy reading. Headline CONTENTS 4 Tourism’s Rapid Growth in the Province of West Paua 5 Tourist Destinations with Spectacular Wonders 6 Tourism Attractions in Sorong Regency 7 Arborek Tourist Village Focus_11 Misool Island: Dok. pesonavitalis.com Charming Remote Resort Focus 8 The Important Role of the Hotel Industry in West Papua 9 Six Education Sector Substances that should be Resolved in Papua 9 Transportation to Raja Ampat 10 Kofiau Island : The Most Beautiful Place for Coral Diversity in the World 10 Enchantment of Sauwandarek Tourism Village 11 Misool Island: Charming Remote Resort 12 Waigeo Island: The Best Underwater Photography Arena 13 Tourism Potentials in Manokwari Regency 14 Indonesia’s Tourism Destination and Development Program 15 Realization of Tourism Investment in Indonesia Report 16 West Papua’s Economic Prospect Continues to Improve 16 West Papua’s Economic Trend Continues to Increase 17 One Fuel Price Accelerates Papua Economic Development 17 Plantation Products Have Potential in European Markets 18 West Papua Exports Mineral Fuel Report_20 18 Provincial Government Supports Superior Products to Compete in the Dok. tukangpetualang.blogdpot.co.id Global Market 19 Papua Region’s Copper Ore Reserve is Approximately 2.6 Million Tons 20 Papua Coffee in Demand in other Countries Papua Coffee Highlght 21 Race to Promote Papua 21 Harmonization of Transportation Lowers Staple Goods Prices of up to in Demand in other 25% in Puncak 22 To Increase Logistics Mobility, Government Will Build Railway Lines in Papua in 2018 Countries 22 Papuans Enjoy Cheap Fuel Prices 23 Papua Police Hold Cross Sectoral Coordination Meeting for Christmas Security 23 Government Builds Baliem Dam with a Capacity of 200 Million M3 24 Papua Implements Income Improvement Allowance to Enhance Provincial Government’s Performance 24 Nabire Regency Cooperates with Sweep Clean Illegal Levies (Saber Pungli) Team to Improve Public Servicei HEADLINE Tourism’s Rapid Growth in the Province of THE HOTEL AND TOURISM SECTORS IN THE PROVINCE OF WEST PAPUA ARE PROMISING SECTORS BUT THEIR CURRENT CONTRIBUTIONS ARE ONLY ABOUT 0.19% OF WEST PAPUA’S TOTAL GDP. widely unknown to the public. One of the popular tourist destinations is the underwater tourism at Raja Ampat Islands, which has at least 610 islands Dok. assets.pappler.com and only about 35 islands are inhabited. The water of Raja Ampat is one of the world’s 10 best water sites for diving activities. Even now, its underwater flora and fauna is number one for totality and biodiversity. President Joko Widodo Another nature tourism visited Raja Ampat mainstay of West Papua is district, West Papua Cendrawasih Bay National Province Park (TNTC) located in Teluk (Januari 1, 2016) Wondama Regency. TNTC has Photogaphy by : a 500 km long coastline with Setwapres/Agus Suparto a land area of 68,200 ha, a sea area of 1,385,300 ha, with 80,000 ha of coral reefs and 12,400 ha of ocean. In the ecotourism sector, owever, the growth of the hotel and tourism sectors in West in the Bird’s Head island of Papua, or precisely in Manokwari Papua province is quite rapid. In 2010 alone, the number regency there is the Arfak Mountain Nature Reserve. This nature Hof hotels in West Papua is already 80 units, consisting of reserve has an area of about 68,325 ha and is located at an 10 starred hotels and 70 Budget hotels. Most starred hotels are altitude of 2,940 meters above sea level. In this region, there is spread in Fakfak, Manokwari and Sorong districts. also Lake Anggi Giji and Anggi Gita Lake, which is located at an The number of tourist destinations in West Papua in 2010 altitude of 2000 meters above sea level. was 79 destinations, consisting of 20 nature tourist destinations, 8 Manokwari Regency, there is also a cave that is claimed as tourist destinations tirta / bahari, 32 cultural tourism destinations, the deepest cave in the world by the French Expedition Team and 19 agro tourism destinations. of Speleology (cave experts). This cave is located in the Lina Papua’s tourist destination, which the world currently knows, Mountains Region in Iranmeba, Didohu district with a cave depth is the underwater tourist destination in Raja Ampat Islands. of 2,000 meters. West Papua province is actually known for its exotic natural Meanwhile, in Kaimana Regency, there are also a beach panoramic beauty, and most of the natural panorama is still very attraction and Triton Bay beside the beautiful panoramic Senja in natural and untouched by tourism’s commercialization. Most Kaimana, which is very legendary. tourist destinations in West Papua are not exposed, therefore are Tabloid West Papua 4 002 Year I - December 15, 2017 - January 14, 2018 HEADLINE with Spectacular Wonders f you want to find a tourist attraction in the form of a natural paradise and the Iwarmness and hospitality of the local people, who welcomes sincerely and gladly, come to visit Raja Ampat. Extraordinary wonders can be enjoyed in Raja Ampat, which is an island regency located on the northwestern tip of the Bird’s Head Peninsula in West Papua Province. Around 1,500 beautiful small islands are spread over Raja Ampat in the shape of a herd of islands, where there are four main islands, namely Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati, and Misool. The name Raja Ampat itself is believed to come from a legend that tells of a woman who found seven eggs. Four eggs hatched and became kings of the four main islands, while three other eggs became a woman, a ghost, and a stone. All of the spectacular marvels can be Dok. anekatempatwisata.com enjoyed in all corners of Raja Ampat, both on land and on water. Various words of praise such as beautiful, Friwen, and more. fascinating, majestic, and very interesting get the actual physical It seems it was specially designed carefully in detail and able meanings in this place. to exhibit the aesthetics of a stunning natural panorama. For underwater tourism enthusiasts, Raja Ampat offers a Amid clear blue waters and bright blue skies, the rocky high world-class experience, as it is a vast archipelago, covering islands at Piaynemo offer the most spectacular natural scenery 9.8 million ha of land and oceans, and home to coral 540 species, on earth. Looking down from the top of the hill, we will see the over 1,000 species of coral fish and 700 species of mollusks. It all best stretch of natural painting that offers a glimpse of heaven’s makes Raja Ampat the most diverse living library for coral reefs panorama.