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This study examines how the Trans-Sulawesi Railway impacts employment aspirations and migration intentions among rural youth.

July 5, 2026Development in Practice

The new infrastructure development and rural youth aspirations: the case of the Trans-Sulawesi Railway, Indonesia

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This study examines how the Trans-Sulawesi Railway impacts employment aspirations and migration intentions among rural youth.
Conducted an online survey with 245 youths from Barru District, South Sulawesi.
Compared current employment patterns with future job preferences and well-being expectations.
Shift from agriculture to manufacturing and services observed due to improved accessibility.
Many youths prefer to stay in Barru despite potential out-migration to nearby cities like Makassar.
Key concerns include social security and work safety across agricultural and non-agricultural sectors.

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Interdisciplinary study examines rural youth employment aspirations in relation to the Trans-Sulawesi Railway development, suggesting a need for local opportunities.

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Salim et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a49f3b0f5d1d45b287ffa97 https://doi.org/10.1080/09614524.2026.2691857

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Interdisciplinary study examines rural youth employment aspirations in relation to the Trans-Sulawesi Railway development, suggesting a need for local opportunities.

The new infrastructure development and rural youth aspirations: the case of the Trans-Sulawesi Railway, Indonesia

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The new infrastructure development and rural youth aspirations: the case of the Trans-Sulawesi Railway, Indonesia

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