Jakarta, July 6 -- Regional Representative Council's (DPD) Special Committee on Conflict Resolution and Humanitarian Affairs in Papua has reaffirmed its commitment to focusing on the safety and well-being of the Papuan people.

The statement comes in response to a string of recent violent incidents, including the fatal shooting of an American pilot by an armed group in Yahukimo, Highland Papua, and the death of a pregnant woman hit by a stray bullet in Intan Jaya, Central Papua.

Speaking during a press conference at the parliament complex in Jakarta, DPD Deputy Speaker Yorrys Raweyai stated that following its formation in May, the committee held its inaugural meeting this Monday.

"We have just finalized the committee's membership, and t...