Indonesia’s neighbors powerless as smoke from monthlong wildfires shuts schools

🌐 The Japan Times (ID) —

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Monthlong wildfires in Indonesia have sent smoke across borders, forcing schools to close in neighboring countries and driving a sharp rise in respiratory complaints. The report highlights limited legal options for addressing transboundary air pollution.

Respiratory complaints have been skyrocketing, but existing legal frameworks offer little recourse to tackles transboundary air pollution.

World Politics Health Indonesia wildfires transboundary smoke air pollution respiratory illness school closures

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