Exploring the narrative divide

Contrasting perspectives on the West Papua conflict in various media

Datos Bibliográficos

ID21439775
AutoresLucie Konecna (0000-0002-5621-3588, Masaryk University, autor de correspondencia)
Año2026
Volumen53
Número2
Páginas411-435
Fecha de publicación2026-04-03
Open AccessSí
TipoARTICLE
RevistaMedia Asia (JOURNAL)
Identificadores de la revistaISSN: 0129-6612 • E-ISSN: 2377-6277
EditorialInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/01296612.2025.2521936
OpenAlexW4412511268
IdiomaEN
Referencias citadas22

This article explores the narrative divide in the portrayal of the West Papua conflict by analyzing the coverage from three prominent media outlets: the Indonesian Kompas, the British BBC, and the Qatari Al Jazeera over the period 2014–2024. Utilizing content analysis and a comparative case study approach, this research aims to uncover how these media narratives differ and what factors influence these differences. The study is grounded in the theories of cultural proximity and framing, providing a nuanced understanding of how media portrayals are shaped by cultural, historical, and political contexts. The Indonesian media’s focus on national unity and sovereignty, juxtaposed with Western concerns about human rights and Middle Eastern perspectives, reveals the complexities and biases inherent in global media coverage. This comparative analysis underscores the importance of media literacy and critical thinking in interpreting news about international conflicts. The findings contribute to the broader discourse on media representation, framing, and the role of cultural context in shaping public perception and policy

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