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Rural migration and regional development: the example of Indonesia
Inter Economics
|July 1, 1989
Summary
Regional population imbalances drive migration, including state-supported rural-rural moves. This study analyzes the economic impacts of such migration on both sending and receiving areas in Indonesia.
Area of Science:
- Socioeconomics
- Regional Development
- Demography
Background:
- Developing countries face regional population disequilibria, leading to diverse migration patterns beyond rural-urban shifts.
- State-supported rural-rural migration is a notable phenomenon in various nations.
- Migration significantly impacts the development of both origin and destination regions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the costs and benefits of regional migration.
- To analyze the specific case of rural-rural migration in Indonesia.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of regional development and population distribution.
- Cost-benefit analysis of migration flows.
Main Results:
- Rural-rural migration presents distinct economic consequences for both emigration and absorption areas.
- The Indonesian context illustrates the complex economic effects of internal migration.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the economic implications of rural-rural migration is crucial for regional planning.
- Policy interventions should consider the differential impacts on various regions.