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Prabowo’s Land Seizure Campaign Sparks Controversy in Indonesia

1/5/2026

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President Prabowo Subianto's campaign in Indonesia has seized more than 4 million hectares of land, including palm oil estates and mining concessions, to improve governance.
The campaign began in March and targets corruption-linked companies, with fines imposed on palm oil and mining firms.
Critics warn the crackdown could undermine investor confidence and politicize resource management.
Farmers resist government offers to share profits.

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Story summary

President Prabowo Subianto's campaign in Indonesia has seized more than 4 million hectares of land, including palm oil estates and mining concessions, to improve governance.
The campaign began in March and targets corruption-linked companies, with fines imposed on palm oil and mining firms.
Critics warn the crackdown could undermine investor confidence and politicize resource management.
Farmers resist government offers to share profits.