Beware of Strong Winds in the East & Illegal Adoptions
Residents in eastern Indonesia need to prepare for extreme weather due to a tropical cyclone. Meanwhile, an investigation into a baby trafficking case has revealed illegal adoptions abroad, and road access in Bengkalis is now easier thanks to a new bridge.
Beware of potential strong winds in eastern Indonesia due to the influence of Cyclone Bavi. The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) is urging the public to increase vigilance regarding the impact of this weather to remain safe during activities.
Exercise caution in adoption processes after police uncovered a baby trafficking network involving at least 20 children. One of the babies adopted by a couple in Singapore is suspected to be a victim of human trafficking; dozens of suspects have been arrested since last year in the investigation of this case.
Residents of Ketam Putih and Pematang Duku Timur villages in Bengkalis now have faster transportation access. The inauguration of the Phase II Merah Putih Presisi Bridge has officially shortened travel distances and facilitated daily mobility between the two villages.
Fishermen in the Galang Batang area, Riau Islands, are now losing part of their fishing grounds. The construction of the Special Economic Zone (SEZ), which is a National Strategic Project (PSN), has begun taking over sea areas that have long been the primary source of income for local fishermen.
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