Forest Fires Need Serious Action, Not Just Official Visits
Widespread forest and land fires (karhutla) continue across Indonesia, drawing criticism that central government officials' site visits are not leading to meaningful solutions. Experts urge focus on law enforcement and addressing root causes, rather than solely blaming natural phenomena.
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