Jayapura, Papua – To commemorate the 80th Bhayangkara Day, the Cartenz-2026 Peace Operation Task Force strengthened its strategic partnership with the press through a gathering and dialogue with journalists in Jayapura. The event was led by Senior Commissioner Yusuf Sutejo, S.I.K., M.T., Head of the Public Relations Task Force for Cartenz-2026 Peace Operation, demonstrating the police’s commitment to building open, collaborative, and sustainable communication between the police and the media as vital partners in conveying information to the public.
The gathering with journalists took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere, culminating in a luncheon with journalists in Jayapura on Monday (June 29, 2026). The event not only served as an opportunity to strengthen institutional relations but also provided a forum for discussion on the dynamics of news reporting and the security situation in Papua.
During the dialogue, the Carstensz-2026 Peace Operation Task Force emphasized the importance of the media as a strategic partner in providing accurate, balanced, and educational information to the public. Through open communication, the police and the press are expected to build a healthy information space while preventing the spread of hoaxes and information that has the potential to incite unrest in the community.
In addition to exchanging information, the meeting also provided a forum for journalists to share input and views regarding the implementation of police duties in Papua. The open and constructive atmosphere of the discussion reflected the spirit of collaboration between security forces and the media in maintaining security stability and strengthening public trust.
The Head of the Carstensz-2026 Peace Operation, Inspector General of Police Dr. Faizal Ramadhani, S.Sos., S.I.K., M.H., stated that the media plays a very strategic role in building public understanding and maintaining the quality of information received by the public.
“The synergy between the police and the media must continue to be strengthened. Journalists play a crucial role in conveying objective, accurate, and reliable information to the public. Through good communication, we can work together to maintain security stability and counteract irresponsible information,” said the Chief of Operations.
Echoing this sentiment, the Deputy Chief of the Cartenz-2026 Peace Operation, Senior Commissioner of Police Adarma Sinaga, S.I.K., M.Hum., assessed that a harmonious relationship between security forces and the press is a crucial factor in supporting the creation of a conducive public order and security situation in Papua.
“A harmonious relationship with our media partners is a crucial part of supporting the implementation of our duties in the field. We hope that the communication and coordination that has been established can continue to be improved so that the information received by the public remains accurate, reassuring, and useful,” said the Deputy Chief of Operations.
Meanwhile, the Head of the Public Relations Task Force for the Cartenz-2026 Peace Operation, Senior Commissioner of Police. Yusuf Sutejo, S.I.K., M.T., expressed his appreciation to all members of the press in Papua for their support and cooperation during the Carstensz-2026 Peace Operation.
“We would like to thank all our media partners who have been strategic partners in conveying information to the public. Good collaboration between the police and the media is key to providing credible information and building public optimism regarding the security situation in Papua,” said the Head of the Public Relations Task Force.
Through the momentum of the 80th Bhayangkara Day, the Carstensz-2026 Peace Operation Task Force hopes that the synergy with the press will be even stronger and more sustainable. This collaboration is expected to strengthen the delivery of educational information, build public trust, and support the realization of a safe, peaceful, and conducive Papua.
