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Dutch Prime Minister Apologizes for Mistreatment of Moluccan Soldiers

21 Haziran 2026The Guardian

Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten has issued a formal apology for the mistreatment of Moluccan soldiers who served in the Dutch colonial army during Indonesia's fight for independence. The apology was made during the unveiling of a crowdfunded monument in Rotterdam, acknowledging the grief and pain experienced by Molu…
Approximately 12,500 Moluccans relocated to the Netherlands in 1951 under the impression that it would be a temporary measure following Indonesia's independence.
The Moluccan soldiers, who fought alongside the Dutch during the Indonesian War of Independence, faced significant challenges after their relocation to the Netherlands. Many were left in a state of uncertainty and hardship, believing they would return to their homeland after a brief evacuation.
This apology marks a significant moment in the Netherlands' reckoning with its colonial past. By acknowledging the suffering of Moluccan families, the Dutch government is taking steps towards reconciliation, though it raises questions about the broader implications for other colonial legacies.

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