West Sepik, East Sepik and West Papua Flags Show Our Identity

Amidst the celebrations here at UPNG VC OVAL, this flag (West Papua) that was attached together with the West and East Sepik, carried by the UPNG West Sepik STUDENTS caught my attention.🇵🇬

Carrying the West Papuan’s flag at this time served as a powerful expression of solidarity and remembrance. This act connects cultural pride with political awareness, honoring the shared history and struggles between the people of West Sepik (Sandaun) and West Papua. 

For many, the West Papuan flag symbolizes the fight for freedom, self-determination, and recognition in the face of ongoing political challenges. By incorporating the flag into their traditional dances today, these students are not only celebrating their heritage but also making a statement of unity and support for their West Papuan neighbors. It becomes an artistic and symbolic way to keep the West Papuan struggle visible and alive in the minds of PAPUA NEW GUINEANS, fostering a deeper sense of shared identity across borders.

This gesture speaks to the strong bonds between indigenous groups in Papua New Guinea and West Papua, and it highlights the role of culture in political expression.

Happy 49th Independence Celebrations PNG. GOD BLESS US AND OUR NEIGHBORS FROM WESTPA.🫶🏻❤️