ZOONOTIC MALARIA POTENTIAL IN PAPUA FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF ONE HEALTH AND NATIONAL RESILIENCE

Annisa Putri Cahyani; I Putu Juli Sukariada; Eni Susanti; Hendro Sukoco; Dwi Nurhayati; Aven B Oematan

doi:10.53806/ijcss.v6i1.1250

Authors

Annisa Putri Cahyani Animal Production Technology Study Program, Politeknik Pembangunan Pertanian Yogyakarta Magelang, Indonesia
I Putu Juli Sukariada Animal Husbandry Study Program, Faculty of Military Logistics Vocational Studies, Republic of Indonesia Defense University, Belu, East Nusa Tenggara, 85752, Indonesia
Eni Susanti International Relations Study Program, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Sulawesi Barat, Majene Regency, West Sulawesi, Indonesia
Hendro Sukoco Animal Husbandry Study Program, Faculty of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, Universitas Sulawesi Barat, Majene, Indonesia.
Dwi Nurhayati Diploma 3 Animal Health Study Program, Faculty of Animal Husbandry, Universitas Papua, Indonesia
Aven B Oematan Animal Health Study Program, Department of Animal Husbandry, Politeknik Pertanian Negeri Kupang, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53806/ijcss.v6i1.1250

Abstract

Malaria remains a major public health burden in Indonesia, with Papua contributing the highest incidence nationally. Recent ecological changes, increasing human–wildlife interaction, and expanding vector habitats have raised concerns about the potential emergence of zoonotic malaria in the region. This study aims to analyze the potential risk of zoonotic malaria in Papua through a One Health perspective and assess its implications for national resilience. A descriptive qualitative literature review was conducted using scientific publications from the last five years, WHO reports, and national malaria surveillance data. Findings indicate that ecological disturbances, deforestation, and occupational exposure in forested areas increase the likelihood of spillover involving Plasmodium species such as P. knowlesi and P. cynomolgi. Limited healthcare access, high population mobility, and persistent transmission further exacerbate vulnerability. The potential emergence of zoonotic malaria poses multidimensional threats to Indonesia’s national resilience, particularly in the domains of food security, economic stability, social cohesion, and national security. Strengthening integrated surveillance, enhancing diagnostic capacity, improving environmental management, and promoting cross-sectoral collaboration are essential strategies to mitigate zoonotic malaria risks in Papua. This study highlights the importance of adopting a One Health approach to support malaria elimination efforts and safeguard national resilience

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