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Ensuring Climate Resilience of Small Islands in Indonesia

An op-ed by UNU-IAS expert Martiwi Diah Setiawati calls for stronger enforcement of environmental laws to protect Pari Island in Indonesia.

On 23 April 2025, Green Network Asia published an opinion piece by Martiwi Diah Setiawati (Research Fellow and Academic Associate) discussing climate resilience and the protection of natural capital in Pari Island, Indonesia.

The article highlights ongoing climate adaptation efforts by the local community and authorities, and calls for international support and stronger enforcement of environmental laws.

Excerpt: 

So far, climate adaptation efforts by the local community and authorities have included mangrove restoration, reverse osmosis water, and self-sufficient vegetables using various techniques, among others. However, they will not be enough without strong commitment and coordination from the government, the private sector, and civil society. Additional efforts, especially robust enforcement of national laws and policies, are crucial.

Green Network Asia is an independent digital media that promotes sustainable development through mainstreaming sustainability principles.  

The full article is available on the Green Network Asia website

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