West Papua borders the independent nation of Papua New Guinea. The island has some 245 ... In an effort to assert their culture, there has been an ongoing call for independence by West Papuans.

In Papua New Guinea, on the eastern half of the ... "The crocodile is a symbol of power," says Malingi. "We fear them but draw energy from that power." He tells me a local creation myth suggests ...

Papua New Guinea is located in the Pacific Ocean. While it has several official languages, including English, Hiri Motu, PNG Sign Language and Tok Pisin, the country has over 840 indigenous languages.

The Australian and Papua New Guinea (PNG) Governments are partnering with the Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) to deepen our connections through rugby league. Australia will support a PNG ...