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Is Indonesia really poor?
Indonesia now ranks as the 16th largest economy in the world, up from 36th in 1998. Concomitant with this economic improvement has been a noticeable reduction in poverty in the country. Most recently, poverty in the country is below 5\% of the population versus 67\% 30 years ago.
Can you get rich in Indonesia?
Many of the world’s richest people can be traced back to Indonesia. The country has one of the fastest growth of millionaires in Asia. Moreover, middle class in Indonesia is growing and there is a demand created for expensive, luxury products.
What are some of the issues facing the poor in Indonesia?
The economic crisis, with its inflation, food shortages, widespread bankruptcies and loss of jobs, has threatened to end the recently-acquired affluence of some Indonesians or to bring a return to poverty for many more.
Where do rich people in Indonesia live?
Jakarta
Menteg represents one of the richest areas in Jakarta. It is known as home of Indonesia richest families, and Indonesian elite such as politicians and famous people. It is a very quiet and peaceful area with very large and expensive houses.
How is Indonesia dealing with poverty?
Poverty reduction has become a major policy initiative in Indonesia since the advent of the economic crisis in 1997/98. The first cluster is social assistance, with the objective of providing direct assistance to poor households to ease their burdens in meeting basic necessities.
How does Indonesia reduce poverty?
As of 2019, 9.4\% of Indonesians lived in poverty. Different programs both located in Indonesia and in other countries are innovating ways to eradicate poverty in Indonesia. Among them are cash transfer programs, food assistance programs, WASH sanitation programs and others.
Who is the richest man in Indonesia?
The top 10 richest in Indonesia are:
- Anthoni Salim; $8.5 billion.
- Sri Prakash Lohia; $6.2 billion.
- Prajogo Pangestu, $6.1 billion.
- Chairul Tanjung; $5.5 billion.
- Susilo Wonowidjojo; $4.8 billion.
- Boenjamin Setiawan; $4.2 billion.
- Jogi Hendra Atmadja; $4.1 billion.
- Bachtiar Karim; $3.5 billion.