Jakarta's Stark Social Inequality Highlighted: Governor Expresses Concern Over Crowded Housing
The Governor of Jakarta acknowledged the persistent social inequality in the capital, a hub of economic activity. He expressed concern over residents living in cramped conditions, with some homes as small as 3x4 meters housing up to 16 people. Despite a drop in poverty rates, the Gini ratio remains high.
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