China-funded eco-city threatens Indonesian islanders' way of life — BenarNews
Some 7,500 residents on Rempang island are set to be relocated to make way for a multibillion-dollar Chinese glass and solar panel factory.
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Rempang conflict reveals weak land ownership system in Indonesia
JAKARTA (The Jakarta Post/Asia News Network): In the last few weeks, residents of Rempang, an island that is part of Batam, Riau Islands province, have been evicted to make way for a government megaproject, leading to protests.
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Indonesian police arrest dozens protesting China-backed project near Singapore
The U.S. $11.5 billion glass manufacturing plant would involve relocating all 7,500 residents of Rempang island.
Source: benarnews.org