Author: Richaldo Hariandja

Kaesi, a fish seller in Indonesia, has seen business opportunities arise with the influx of Chinese workers connected to the Kalimantan Industrial Park Indonesia project. The project, deemed the world’s largest green industrial park, has sparked controversy over prioritizing workers’ rights. Chinese investments and workforce are key to the project’s success. However, concerns have been raised about the lack of transparency and potential human rights violations linked to the project. Local residents have reported incidents of illegal land seizures and intimidation tactics by companies involved in the project. Despite some locals benefiting from the Chinese presence, others feel marginalized and…