"The Significance of 16 August Surabaya".

Dr Richard Chauvel, Honorary Fellow at the Asia Institute at the University of Melbourne discusses the consequences of racism towards Papuans.

Indonesian soldiers get on to the vehicle as they arrive at Domine Eduard Osok Airport to be deployed to Sorong and Manokwari following the protests in Sorong, Source: Photo taken by Antara /Olha Mulalinda/ via REUTERS

Was the racism shown towards Papuans on 16 August a new phenomenon?  What is the impact of this behaviour on Papuan identity?  Why has public reaction to the racism been strong?  Dr RichardChauvel explains.

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