Indonesia's MotoGP Circuit Sparks Controversy: Families Allege Forced Evictions, Inadequate Compensation
Indonesia's international MotoGP circuit in Lombok has sparked controversy and rights abuses, with local Sasak families alleging forced evictions and inadequate compensation. The Mandalika International Street Circuit, set to host the MotoGP in 2022, has displaced dozens of indigenous families, leaving many impoverished and protesting for justice.
The development of the circuit has led to the displacement of 124 families, with only 44 remaining and fighting for fair compensation. Villagers like Semun have been forced to move multiple times since 2018, with authorities arriving with heavy machinery. Semun received a mere 3 million rupiah (US$179) for his land, a fraction of its market price.
Residents report being prevented from selling to visitors or leaving their new homes on race weekends without permission. Impoverished locals have taken to the streets, protesting around the track and outside the governor's office, demanding the return of their land or adequate compensation. UN experts estimate that over 2,000 people lost their primary source of income due to fresh evictions in July.
The Indonesian government, local Lombok officials, and relevant legal bodies are tasked with addressing compensation threats and legal violations related to the affected Sasak families. As the international MotoGP approaches, the spotlight falls on Indonesia to ensure justice and dignity for the displaced families.
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