Asmat Museum Pushed to Become a Center for Papuan Cultural Preservation and Diplomacy

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka is pushing for the Asmat Museum of Culture and Progress to become a hub for preserving and promoting Papuan culture to the world. This directive was given during a working visit to Asmat Regency, South Papua, on Sunday. The vice president enthusiastically toured the exhibition rooms and collections of distinctive Asmat woodcarvings. Museum director John Ohoiwirin said the vice president asked a lot of questions about the philosophy and meaning behind the artworks. The museum also serves as a tool for cultural diplomacy, introducing Papua's identity both nationally and internationally. The vice president encouraged the museum's development as a representation of local culture. https://www.urbanjabar.com/news/9217278012/museum-asmat-didorong-menjadi-pusat-pelestarian-dan-diplomasi-budaya-papua-oleh-wapres