Raja Ampat is a string of four islands in the heart of Indonesia’s Coral Triangle, known as one of the most biodiverse marine regions on the planet. “[It] is a place where you can get lost in nature,” ...

One of the only ways to explore Raja Ampat is in a phinisi. These Indonesian-built sailing ships are constructed in barefoot ...

JAKARTA, Indonesia — One of Earth's most biodiverse marine regions is threatened by the expansion of nickel mining projects in Indonesia, according to a new report. Satellite analysis and ...

An international effort to rebuild shark populations officially has begun. Two baby zebra sharks were released in the Raja Ampat Regency of Indonesia earlier this year as the first step in a massive ...

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 snorkeling ...

In one of the most remote corners of Indonesia, Strick and Fran go spearfishing—and find more than just dinner. A local ...

Raja Ampat Regency has increased tourism charges for visitors to the marine destination in eastern Indonesia, citing the need ...

Nickel mining in Raja Ampat, Indonesia’s marine biodiversity sanctuary, highlights the deep contradictions in the global green transition. Despite legal protections, mining permits were issued in this ...

Scientists have published new evidence confirming that Wayag Lagoon in Indonesia’s Raja Ampat archipelago is a globally rare nursery for juvenile reef manta rays (Mobula alfredi). Visual observations ...

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