Indonesia, April 10 -- The West Papua provincial government is exploring a partnership with Chinese investors to accelerate the upgrade of Rendani Airport in Manokwari, aiming to improve connectivity and support regional economic growth.

In a press release cited on Friday, West Papua Governor Dominggus Mandacan said he met a delegation of Chinese investors in Jakarta on Wednesday (April 8) to present plans for the airport and other strategic projects open for investment in the province.

He noted that the airport expansion, a government priority program, has faced delays and requires additional funding, including from foreign investors.

Mandacan said the project includes extending the runway to 2,500 meters, constructing three jet bridg...