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2 September 2026

Melanesian countries to review Indonesia's status at MSG if no action on West Papua visit

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Melanesian countries to review Indonesia's status at MSG if no action on West Papua visit

Melanesian countries are pushing Indonesia to facilitate a long-requested visit to West Papua by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.

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