I recently moved to Pekanbaru. I am not part of the oil industry but I think there has been some interest for some like myself to settle here.
Is there any expat groups active in the community? I would like to meet other social groups here to get to know the area better. I know the oil expat complexes are usually not very social in the indonesian community outside their own industry. I don't know for sure but that is what I heard about those complex communities.
I would like to see if it's true myself. But I am not really interested in working for major companies here. I would like to help with the education system and other projects to help build up an alternative economy and improve social standards.
I also would like to participate in some local charity or environmental projects. If this even exists yet. Well if you know any details would like to hear from you.