Cassava in the Crosshairs: Forests Fall for Food Estate of Defense Ministry Firm

Gecko Project investigators Margareth Aritonang and Tom Johnson join Reformasi Dispatch to detail Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto’s policy to clear forest for cassava plantations in Gunung Mas District, Central Kalimantan.  The team examines the corporate structure, commercial aspects, potential conflicts of interest, and risks posed for Indonesia’s credibility on resource management.  Also: Kevin and Jeff discuss a small step towards a Prabowo Puan ticket and the wealth disclosure form of newly designated Military Chief Gen Andika Perkasa.'

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Also, check out Gecko Project's investigation here: https://thegeckoproject.org/politically-connected-firm-seeks-to-profit-as-indonesian-government-cuts-down-orangutan-habitat-ab7b5a398c17

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