VOICED : In Borneo jungle natives stand up

The transcript discusses the potential impact of a proposed dam on a village and its surrounding areas. The dam threatens to flood the village, affecting the community's farmland, graveyard, and cultural heritage. Indigenous tribes are protesting against the project, fearing loss of livelihood and broken government promises, as seen in previous dam projects. Environmentalists accuse the government of corruption and cultural genocide. The government claims the dam will bring jobs and development, but the protesters remain unconvinced, fearing the destruction of the rainforest and their way of life.

What historical context do the villagers reference when expressing their concerns about the dam?

What are the environmental implications of completing the dam as mentioned in the text?