Indonesia says it’s working with Malaysia to tackle haze
Unhealthy air quality readings from smoke pollution have been recorded in areas of Sarawak, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, Kedah and Perak.
Jakarta, Indonesia has announced it is collaborating with Malaysia to combat transboundary haze plaguing Kalimantan. The situation in the region has been described as the worst since 2024, with air quality in Serian, Sarawak, reaching dangerously high levels. Weather modification operations along the border are among the initial steps being considered.
Both countries have held bilateral talks to enhance cooperation in preventing, monitoring, and supporting haze mitigation efforts. While Malaysia has expressed willingness to assist in firefighting operations, Jakarta has not yet formally requested such aid. Indonesia has also granted Malaysia permission to enter its airspace for cloud-seeding operations.
The haze is impacting several Malaysian states, including Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, Kedah, and Perak, which have reported unhealthy air quality readings. The Malaysian consulate in Pontianak has prioritized the well-being of the 577 Malaysians registered in West Kalimantan.
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