Thelandofpapua.com – The Government of Biak Numfor Regency in Papua is planning a major development project following the success of PSBS Biak in the 2023/2024 Indonesian Liga 2 season. The government intends to build a new stadium and has already secured support from the National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas). 

Regent Herry Ario Naap confirmed the government’s commitment to this project during a ceremony held at Cenderawasih Stadium on Saturday evening where PSBS Biak received the trophy for their Liga 2 win. Naap announced that the new stadium’s design is completed and it will be located in Ibdi Village in Biak Timur District. This site is supported by certificates owned by Biak Numfor Regency.

The new stadium is expected to have better facilities than the current Cenderawasih Stadium and will become PSBS Biak’s home ground for the 2024/2025 Liga 1 season. Herry Ario Naap emphasized the regency’s full support for the project and expressed optimism that the upgraded infrastructure will help PSBS Biak win the Liga 1 championship.

“The Biak Numfor Regency fully supports the new stadium facilities, which are more complete than the current Cenderawasih Stadium,” said Herry Ario Naap.

Regent Naap also congratulated PSBS Biak for their remarkable achievement and emphasized its significance in advancing to Liga 1, which can inspire the younger generation of Biak Numfor. PSBS Biak’s manager, Yan P. Mandenas, attributed the team’s victory to concerted efforts and unwavering support from fans. Mandenas thanked supporters for their crucial role in achieving this historic milestone.

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The announcement of the new stadium comes amid celebrations in Biak Numfor, with a convoy of vehicles parading through the city to commemorate PSBS Biak’s remarkable feat in Indonesian football. 

The forthcoming stadium construction represents a significant investment in sports infrastructure in Biak Numfor Regency, highlighting the pivotal role of football in fostering community pride and engagement. With preparations underway, anticipation mounts as PSBS Biak gears up to embark on their journey in Liga 1, buoyed by the prospect of a state-of-the-art home venue to showcase their talent and ambition on a national stage.aa