Indonesian Environment Minister Urges Halt to Environmental Damage, Highlights Job Loss Dilemma

Indonesia's Environment Minister, Jumhur Hidayat, strongly urged an immediate halt to environmental damage activities. Concurrently, he expressed concern over the impact of stricter environmental protection on employment, highlighting the complex balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability. The minister pointed out the reality that even compliant companies can be affected by environmental factors, leading to job losses for many workers.