240 mil population, however, population unevenly distributed, 130 mil on Java. Led to problems like overcrowding, lack of adequate infrastructure, unemployment and poverty
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What did they do to fix this problem?
In 60's they introduced Transmigration Policy. 5 mil moved to outer islands of Sumatra, Boreno, Sulawesi. Migrants given 5 acres of free land, materials for housing and farming
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How did this benefit?
Helped remote areas develop and many of the migrants were poor and now have money
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What were the issues?
Much of Indonesia's remaining rainforest on these islands, poor soil quality when cleared, many people didn't know how to farm effectively. Many natives already lived there, causing conflict. Some areas wanted independence due to these forced moves
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What did they do to fix this problem?
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In 60's they introduced Transmigration Policy. 5 mil moved to outer islands of Sumatra, Boreno, Sulawesi. Migrants given 5 acres of free land, materials for housing and farming
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