2nd only to #China as a #global source of #marine #plasticspollution, #Indonesia generates ~8 million tonnes of #plasticswaste per year (>50% mismanaged), while 13 intertwining rivers in #Jakarta incl. the #Cituram (world's most polluted) are filled w/ #solidwaste ~75% of which is #plastics. That's ~10g per capita, and adds up fast given the city's 10 million residents. This dubious distinction for city & nation further tarnishes the #ASEAN region.
https://www.eco-business.com/news/plastic-accounts-for-three-fourths-of-waste-choking-jakartas-rivers/
https://news.mongabay.com/2022/06/indonesia-should-take-a-leadership-role-in-the-global-plastics-treaty-commentary/

In 2018 a #toxic #cleanup of the #Cituram River (world's most polluted) was ordered by the #Indonesian govt. due to compelling evidence surfacing of the #healthimpacts to #communities residing downstream from indust. textile facilities sub-contracted by global clothing firms. The level of eco-degradation, and human #healthrisk arising from this situation raise serious questions about the nation's existing legal/regulatory framework, and unfettered economic motivations.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHOuJXbZtsk