Photographer Albertus Vembrianto spent three weeks documenting the impact of palm oil plantations on Indigenous Papuans in southern Papua, Indonesia. The Indonesian government's promotion of agribusiness has led to the displacement of Indigenous communities, loss of traditional food sources, and increased vulnerability for local women. The Korindo Group, a major palm oil company, is implicated in these changes. The investigation, co-published with The Gecko Project and other media partners, reveals the struggles of Papuans adapting to a new way of life imposed by the palm oil industry.

West Papuans, a racial minority in Indonesia, have been displaced into refugee camps in Wamena due to ongoing fighting between Indonesian security forces and separatist militants. The conflict has forced 45,000 civilians to relocate, with many suffering from lack of basic needs, healthcare, and increased violence. The Indonesian military's response to separatist attacks has been criticized for exacerbating the situation. Theo Hesegem of the Justice for the People of Papua Foundation has urged the government to reconsider its militaristic approach.

The ongoing conflict in West Papua has displaced tens of thousands of civilians, forcing them into refugee camps with dire living conditions. The Indonesian military's response to separatist violence has exacerbated the situation, leading to further bloodshed and displacement. Despite calls from local governments and NGOs for a reevaluation of the military approach, the central government has not withdrawn troops. The humanitarian crisis is compounded by inadequate healthcare and government support for the displaced population.

The article discusses the recurring discrimination and violence towards indigenous Papuans in Indonesia, highlighting a specific incident in December 2018 where construction workers were killed by an armed group. It criticizes the Indonesian mainstream media for biased reporting and the government's military response, which led to further violence and displacement of Papuans. The article also addresses the challenges faced by journalists in Papua, including bribery, intimidation, and violence, and the lack of critical and in-depth reporting on the region's issues.