Matak ( Indonesian: ''Pulau Matak'') is an island in the

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of Indonesia, located in the

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between the Malay Peninsula and

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. The island is a base for oil companies including ConocoPhillips,

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and Star Energy, and is served by Matak Airport (MWK/WIOM). The population of Matak Island is estimated to be in the range of 1500–2500. Residents usually work for the oil companies located on the island. There are also factories on the island, such as

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Anambas Islands Landforms of the Riau Islands Islands of Sumatra {{RiauIslands-geo-stub