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crackdown on documentary on indonesias papua sparks fears over free speech military overreach

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No direct commercial mechanism identified. The article covers military crackdowns on a documentary screening in Indonesia, raising free speech and military overreach concerns. No specific company, commodity, supply chain, or market impact is mentioned. The event is political/social with no clear economic or sectoral channel.

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  • At least 21 incidents of intimidation and cancellations reported since April 2026
  • Documentary 'Pesta Babi' addresses land conflicts and military presence in Papua
  • Indonesian Military (TNI) intensified crackdowns on public screenings
  • Rights groups condemn actions as violations of constitutional free expression
  • Human Rights Minister states screenings cannot be banned without legal justification

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