As part of the Belitong UNESCO Global Geopark, Belitung Island is widely recognized for its distinctive granite formations and stunning coastal landscapes. However, beyond its visual appeal, the island also …
“Never underestimate your roots because that’s where your power begins.” – Negel Sigit On the 25th of March, 2025, a forum of unusual intellectual distinction convened at the Theatre Building …
This article uses a simpler, more melancholic, and romantic language. It is my expression of gratitude to everyone who has endured until today, a story and a field note of …
“Why do humans create tradition when love is threatened? How does love, haunted by the fear of loss, give rise to tradition? Understanding Belitong Geopark as an affective archive and …
“We, the research team, express our deepest gratitude to the Sawang people, especially to Ki’ Awang, whose lifelong devotion has safeguarded the coastal and marine environment.” – Arry Aditsya Yoga …
“I begin this piece with a mournful heart, grieving for Sumatra, the Malay Peninsula, and scattered corners of Southeast Asia. May everything soon find its way back to peace. This …
Belitong, an island renowned for its iconic granite beaches and clear blue waters, conceals a deeper narrative of suffering and resilience, particularly among its indigenous community, the Sawang People (or …
A 47-hour journey across Manggar, Tanjungpandan, Cengkareng, Doha, São Paulo, and Santiago. An opening story that moves from a small island to the bustle of modern airports and finally to …
Begalor, as practiced among the people of Belitong, is not merely a cultural habit, it represents a sophisticated form of relational diplomacy rooted in emotional intelligence and narrative kinship. Traditionally, …
The Indonesian Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF) held a follow-up meeting on November 4th 2025, in Jakarta to discuss the initiation of the Carbon-Free Island (CFI) project, with …
