Jakarta, Nov. 23 -- The Transportation Ministry is pushing for stronger aviation safety in Papua by improving operational standards, enhancing navigation facilities, and expanding coordination among stakeholders to ensure secure air transport services.

"Papua has unique geographical and operational characteristics. Therefore, supervision quality in the region must be conducted with precision and strict discipline," Director General of Air Transportation Lukman F. Laisa said in a statement on Sunday.

He noted that the ministry recently held a Regional Coordination Meeting of Airports Authority Offices Regions IX and X in Sentani, Papua.

The meeting served as a key moment to align oversight measures and strengthen synergy among stakehold...