Michael Hartono

Four Indonesians Richer Than Poorest 100 Million

by

A report on inequality in Indonesia says its four richest men now have more wealth than 100 million of the country’s poorest people. The report by Oxfam said Indonesia, with a population of more than 250 million, has the sixth-worst inequality in the world. Within Asia, only Thailand is more unequal. It blames “market fundamentalism” … Read more

Four Indonesians Wealthier Than Poorest 100 Million

by

The four richest Indonesians are wealthier than the poorest 100 million people in the country, a study has found, highlighting how huge numbers have been left behind as the economy booms. Oxfam said that President Joko Widodo had failed to fulfil pledges to fight inequality and called on the government to urgently increase spending on … Read more