The last paradise on earth: With its incredibly rich marine biodiversity and a relatively remote location, Indonesia's Raja Ampat archipelago is often called "the last paradise on Earth." Among ...

Mining license revocation in Raja Ampat receives full support from Konservasi Indonesia, a foundation that aims to support environmental conservation.

The suspension comes after Greenpeace Indonesia published a video investigation in early May showing the effects of nickel mining projects on three islands in Raja Ampat: Gag, Kawe, and Manuran.

The fact that Raja Ampat’s nickel is among the highest quality in Indonesia could be further incentive for such a revival, Arie said.

In the Raja Ampat islands of eastern Indonesia, pearl farming thrives within a healthy marine ecosystem, with companies like PT Arta Samudra focusing on sustainable practices. Pearl farms are very ...

JAKARTA, Indonesia — The Indonesian government announced Tuesday they had suspended four nickel mining operations in Raja Ampat, one of the country’s top tourist destinations for diving and ...

Raja Ampat Regent Orideko Burdam waded into the situation, expressing concern about environmental pollution caused by nickel mining.

A new report says the expansion of nickel mining in Indonesia is a threat to one of Earth's most biodiverse marine regions.

JAKARTA — Researchers have confirmed that a lagoon in Indonesia’s Raja Ampat archipelago, a popular dive site, is a nursery for newborn and juvenile manta rays, cementing the area’s status ...

Located in the heart of the Coral Triangle, the Raja Ampat Marine Protected Area Network spans over 4 million hectares and includes around 1,500 islands. It’s credited with having the richest ...