Tag: Sumatra floods


  • Danantara to Manage Land Seized From 28 Firms After Deadly Sumatra Floods

    Danantara to Manage Land Seized From 28 Firms After Deadly Sumatra Floods

    Introduction In a decisive move following one of the worst flood disasters in Sumatra’s recent history, Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara has announced it will manage land reclaimed from 28 firms whose exploitation permits were revoked for deforestation. Officials say the illegal clearing of forests contributed to catastrophic floods that claimed more than 1,000 lives,…

  • Danantara to Manage Land Reclaimed From 28 Firms After Sumatra Floods

    Danantara to Manage Land Reclaimed From 28 Firms After Sumatra Floods

    Overview: Danantara Takes on a Controversial Role Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, has announced it will manage land reclaimed from 28 companies whose permits were revoked due to deforestation activities in Sumatra. Authorities say these environmental damages contributed to the catastrophic floods that killed more than 1,000 people and displaced tens of thousands. The move…

  • Danantara to Manage Land Seized After Sumatra Floods

    Danantara to Manage Land Seized After Sumatra Floods

    Danantara Takes Charge of Reclaimed Land Following Sumatra Floods In the wake of devastating floods in Sumatra that authorities say were worsened by illegal deforestation and poorly managed land use, the Indonesian sovereign wealth fund Danantara has announced it will manage land reclaimed from 28 companies whose permits were revoked. The move marks a significant…

  • BCA Champions Stunting Prevention for Sumatra Flood Victims

    BCA Champions Stunting Prevention for Sumatra Flood Victims

    BCA Leads Long-Term Stunting Prevention for Sumatra Flood Victims The recent floods in Sumatra have affected thousands of families, threatening the health and growth of countless children. In response, PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA) has stepped forward with a comprehensive stunting prevention program aimed at protecting the long-term development of children in affected communities.…

  • BCA Advances Stunting Prevention for Sumatra Flood Victims

    BCA Advances Stunting Prevention for Sumatra Flood Victims

    Overview: A Community-Driven Response to Flood Sequelae The recent floods in Sumatra have displaced thousands and disrupted daily life, but the broader impact extends beyond immediate shelter and relief. Recognizing that malnutrition and poor health can compound a disaster’s toll, Bank Central Asia (BCA) has stepped in with a focused initiative on stunting prevention. This…

  • Stunting Prevention for Sumatra Flood Victims: Building Healthier Futures

    Stunting Prevention for Sumatra Flood Victims: Building Healthier Futures

    Stunting Prevention for Sumatra Flood Victims: Why It Matters The floods that swept across parts of Sumatra displace families, disrupt livelihoods, and threaten the health and development of young children. In disaster contexts, stunting risk rises when children face prolonged malnutrition, repeated illness, and poor sanitation. Addressing stunting is not a quick fix; it is…

  • PT Toba Pulp Lestari Under Government Audit Over Sumatra Floods

    PT Toba Pulp Lestari Under Government Audit Over Sumatra Floods

    Regulatory Scrutiny Arrives After Sumatra Floods The Indonesian regulator announced a formal audit of PT Toba Pulp Lestari Tbk (INRU) in the wake of widespread flooding across parts of Sumatra. The government said the audit will examine environmental safeguards, forest management practices, and the company’s disaster-response planning to determine whether activities upstream or downstream contributed…

  • Toba Pulp Lestari Faces Government Audit After Sumatra Flood Concerns

    Toba Pulp Lestari Faces Government Audit After Sumatra Flood Concerns

    Government Initiates Audit Into PT Toba Pulp Lestari PT Toba Pulp Lestari Tbk (INRU), one of Indonesia’s leading pulp and paper producers, is the subject of a government-led audit following widespread flooding in Sumatra. Authorities say the review will assess environmental safeguards, water management, and forest-lands practices linked to the company’s operations. The move reflects…

  • PT Toba Pulp Lestari Responds to Gov’t Audit Following Sumatra Flood Concerns

    PT Toba Pulp Lestari Responds to Gov’t Audit Following Sumatra Flood Concerns

    Background: Floods Raise Scrutiny on Forestry and Industry In the wake of widespread flooding across Sumatra, Indonesian authorities have intensified scrutiny on the country’s pulp and paper sector. PT Toba Pulp Lestari Tbk (INRU), a prominent player in the industry, has become the latest company to face a government-led audit and evaluation of its operations.…