Forest Fire Haze Impacts Housing Prices in Kalimantan
Housing prices in major Kalimantan cities are declining, reportedly due to haze from forest and land fires (Karhutla). The impact is particularly noticeable in Pontianak, affecting mid-to-high-end properties.
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