The recent settlement between the Temoq Orang Asli and a major oil palm company is being called a breakthrough for indigenous land rights in Malaysia. But while it’s a step forward in court, it’s not the end of the story. What was gained, what was lost, and what’s next? To help us unpack this complex case, we’re joined by Dr Lim Teckwyn Lim, who was an environmental expert witness on the case, and Kamilia Rozlan, who was the community liason on the case.

<p>The recent settlement between the Temoq Orang Asli and a major oil palm company is being called a breakthrough for indigenous land rights in Malaysia. But while it’s a step forward in court, it’s not the end of the story. What was gained, what was lost, and what’s next? To help us unpack this complex case, we’re joined by Dr Lim Teckwyn Lim, who was an environmental expert witness on the case, and Kamilia Rozlan, who was the community liason on the case.</p>

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