Papuan children hold the Red-White flag. Photo: Repro book "Fire of Liberation of West Irian". Source
In 1968, the composition of the provincial council was drastically reviewed. The Dutch historian Pieter Drooglever in the Free Choice Act: Papuans and Self-Determination say people who are doubtful of their loyalty are captured or replaced. One of them was Elias Jan Bonay, former governor of West Irian who was critical of the government.
When the Act took place, there were several incidents of protests and mass demonstrations. JRG Djopari said that the riots in Merauke on July 14, 1969; Nabire July 9; Fak-fak July 23; Manokwari July 29. In addition to the Armed Forces and the police, Opsus intervened in overcoming the troublesome movement. The Papuan Consultative Council (DMP) is closely guarded. They continue to be led to make a determination to integrate. In this case, Opsus has a very large and successful role.
In return, each DMP member is given a sum of money and one National brand transistor 4 tires. During the quarantine at the shelter, DMP members received very satisfying services. This service includes giving liquor and parties every night after receiving directions from Indonesian government officials.
"During the consignment period, most DMP members were confused and then realized what they had decided, but they accepted consciously of the decision," wrote Djopari in the Free Papua Movement Rebellion.
Cemohan Ali
Pepera is over. Indonesia won the majority of Papuans. West Irian became one of the provinces of Indonesia. Special mission ended successfully.
On another occasion, Ali Murtopo actually said, "Jakarta is not interested in Papuans but in its territory." Said Ali Murtopo before the DMP members in Jayapura. In remembrance of a pastor of Jayapura DMP member named Hokujoku, Ali Murtopo said it while laughing scornfully.
"If Papuans want to be independent," Ali was mimicked by the Hokujoku, "It is better to ask God if He can give Papuans an island in the Pacific where to emigrate."
According to Hokojoku in an interview with Dutch journalists, Ali Murtopo's statement was so demeaning as being a Papuan. He also confirmed the threat to those who opposed the Indonesian government. The Dutch newspaper De Tijd, August 14, 1969 reported on Ali Murtopo's call to take firm action against those who did not vote for Indonesia.
British historian Southeast Asia study specialist John Saltford revealed another fraud during the Act of Free Choice. According to Saltford based on the Hokojoku testimony he studied, DMP members chosen to speak at the Act of Free Choice were given written instructions about what to say.
"They were then made to practice speaking in front of officials," wrote Saltford in his dissertation, entitled The United Nations and the Indonesian Takeover of West Papua, 1961-1969: The Anatomy of Betrayal. "The person who refused was allegedly taken away and killed."
In 1968, the composition of the provincial council was drastically reviewed. The Dutch historian Pieter Drooglever in the Free Choice Act: Papuans and Self-Determination say people who are doubtful of their loyalty are captured or replaced. One of them was Elias Jan Bonay, former governor of West Irian who was critical of the government.
When the Act took place, there were several incidents of protests and mass demonstrations. JRG Djopari said that the riots in Merauke on July 14, 1969; Nabire July 9; Fak-fak July 23; Manokwari July 29. In addition to the Armed Forces and the police, Opsus intervened in overcoming the troublesome movement. The Papuan Consultative Council (DMP) is closely guarded. They continue to be led to make a determination to integrate. In this case, Opsus has a very large and successful role.
In return, each DMP member is given a sum of money and one National brand transistor 4 tires. During the quarantine at the shelter, DMP members received very satisfying services. This service includes giving liquor and parties every night after receiving directions from Indonesian government officials.
"During the consignment period, most DMP members were confused and then realized what they had decided, but they accepted consciously of the decision," wrote Djopari in the Free Papua Movement Rebellion.
Cemohan Ali
Pepera is over. Indonesia won the majority of Papuans. West Irian became one of the provinces of Indonesia. Special mission ended successfully.
On another occasion, Ali Murtopo actually said, "Jakarta is not interested in Papuans but in its territory." Said Ali Murtopo before the DMP members in Jayapura. In remembrance of a pastor of Jayapura DMP member named Hokujoku, Ali Murtopo said it while laughing scornfully.
"If Papuans want to be independent," Ali was mimicked by the Hokujoku, "It is better to ask God if He can give Papuans an island in the Pacific where to emigrate."
According to Hokojoku in an interview with Dutch journalists, Ali Murtopo's statement was so demeaning as being a Papuan. He also confirmed the threat to those who opposed the Indonesian government. The Dutch newspaper De Tijd, August 14, 1969 reported on Ali Murtopo's call to take firm action against those who did not vote for Indonesia.
British historian Southeast Asia study specialist John Saltford revealed another fraud during the Act of Free Choice. According to Saltford based on the Hokojoku testimony he studied, DMP members chosen to speak at the Act of Free Choice were given written instructions about what to say.
"They were then made to practice speaking in front of officials," wrote Saltford in his dissertation, entitled The United Nations and the Indonesian Takeover of West Papua, 1961-1969: The Anatomy of Betrayal. "The person who refused was allegedly taken away and killed."
In return, each DMP member is given a sum of money and one National brand transistor 4 tires. During the quarantine at the shelter, DMP members received very satisfying services. This service includes giving liquor and parties every night after receiving directions from Indonesian government officials.
"During the consignment period, most DMP members were confused and then realized what they had decided, but they accepted consciously of the decision," wrote Djopari in the Free Papua Movement Rebellion.
Cemohan Ali
Pepera is over. Indonesia won the majority of Papuans. West Irian became one of the provinces of Indonesia. Special mission ended successfully.
On another occasion, Ali Murtopo actually said, "Jakarta is not interested in Papuans but in its territory." Said Ali Murtopo before the DMP members in Jayapura. In remembrance of a pastor of Jayapura DMP member named Hokujoku, Ali Murtopo said it while laughing scornfully.
"If Papuans want to be independent," Ali was mimicked by the Hokujoku, "It is better to ask God if He can give Papuans an island in the Pacific where to emigrate."
According to Hokojoku in an interview with Dutch journalists, Ali Murtopo's statement was so demeaning as being a Papuan. He also confirmed the threat to those who opposed the Indonesian government. The Dutch newspaper De Tijd, August 14, 1969 reported on Ali Murtopo's call to take firm action against those who did not vote for Indonesia.
British historian Southeast Asia study specialist John Saltford revealed another fraud during the Act of Free Choice. According to Saltford based on the Hokojoku testimony he studied, DMP members chosen to speak at the Act of Free Choice were given written instructions about what to say.
"They were then made to practice speaking in front of officials," wrote Saltford in his dissertation, entitled The United Nations and the Indonesian Takeover of West Papua, 1961-1969: The Anatomy of Betrayal. "The person who refused was allegedly taken away and killed."
This article is quoted here