Cross currents: Malaysian dam battle produces tentative truce

Article Abstract:

The ruling Islamic party Parti Islam in the Malaysian state of Kelantan has taken the upper hand in its effort to block the federal government's M$1.8 billion ($720 million) hydroelectric project on the Pergau river. The state government of Kelantan had barricaded the roads leading to the dam over a dispute with the federal government regarding payment to Kelantan for the use of its water. Although the project scheduled for completion by 1994 was designed for a 600-megawatt power plant, engineering and environmental experts have pointed out that there is not enough water from the river.

Heavy construction, not elsewhere classified, Political activity, Buildings and facilities, Hydroelectric power plants, Islamic Party (Malaysia)

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Down on the farm: Malaysian cooperative illustrates rural dilemma

Article Abstract:

The social commitment of the Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) which established the palm-oil plant program in Malaysia is being eroded by the capitalistic ambitions of its administrators. Felda is a farmers' cooperative formed in 1956to improve the quality of life of the poor rural populace. The cooperative's program involved providing families with land and seedlings and paying them forthe crops harvested. Present complaints against Felda include its payment to farmers of sums that are considerably lower than what they should receive.

Agricultural cooperatives, Agriculture, Cooperative

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