Indonesia, June 1 -- The Ministry of Forestry has encouraged sustainable forest management by prioritizing local wisdom values in Papua, particularly in Highland Papua.

Advisor to the Minister of Forestry for Climate Change, Prof. Haruni Krisnawati, said in a written statement received here on Monday that sustainable forest management in Highland Papua and Papua in general must prioritize social aspects and local wisdom.

"Social values and local wisdom are integral to sustainable forest management in Highland Papua so that the intended goals can be achieved while optimally preserving and protecting the region's forests," she said.

According to her, there is currently a global climate agenda that will be aligned with the need for sustai...