User:Mhatopzz/West Papuan nationalism

West Papuan nationalism refers to the political and cultural movement advocating for the self-determination and independence of West Papua, a region situated in the western part of the island of New Guinea. The movement emerged as a response to historical and ongoing grievances regarding political control, human rights abuses, and cultural assimilation. West Papuan nationalism is rooted in the indigenous Papuan identity, which is distinct from the Indonesian mainstream. The movement has been marked by both peaceful protests and, at times, armed resistance against Indonesian rule.