Special Autonomy as a Way of Prosperity in Papua
The implementation of Special Autonomy (Otsus) for Papua is a meeting point for the middle ground to strengthen Papuan integration as well as a bridge to pursue peace and build Papuan prosperity. Otsus itself is still ongoing according to Law Number 21 of 2001 concerning Special Autonomy for Papua. So far, Otsus has been going on for 20 years, while the amount of Otsus funds has reached Rp. 126.9 trillion, which is focused on 30% for the education sector and 15% for the health and nutrition sector. The size of these funds proves the strong commitment of the Central Government to develop the welfare of Papua. Not only in providing budget, Indigenous Papuans (OAP) is also a requirement to become regional heads, as stipulated in article 12 of Law 21 of 2001 concerning Special Autonomy for Papua Province, the Governor and Deputy Governor are required to be Indigenous Papuans (OAP). In its journey, it cannot be denied that there are strengths and weaknesses in the implementation of