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politics1 year ago•4 min saved

"Indonesia's Historic Election: A Turning Point for Democracy?"

Indonesians voted in a presidential election to replace President Joko Widodo, with former governors Ganjar Pranowo and Anies Baswedan challenging frontrunner Prabowo Subianto. Surveys indicate a commanding lead for Prabowo, who has rebranded his image and aims to continue Jokowi's policies. The election is crucial for the country's future, with the incumbent's influence playing a central role. Candidates have called for a clean and fair election, with turnout expected to be around 75%.

via Reuters|

#clean-election #election #indonesia

environment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Indonesia Takes Action Against Air Pollution as President Falls Ill"

Indonesian President Joko Widodo has been suffering from a persistent cough for the past month, which may be linked to the worsening air quality in Jakarta, one of the most polluted cities in the world. The president's cough comes after losing a citizen lawsuit in 2021 that held him responsible for the capital's air pollution. Despite appeals, the verdict remains unchanged. The government's response to the air pollution crisis has been criticized as inadequate, with activists and plaintiffs calling for urgent action. Plans to relocate the capital to East Kalimantan have been met with skepticism, seen as a way to shift the problem rather than address it.

via Al Jazeera English|

#air-pollution #citizen-lawsuit #environment