Jakarta – Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto became the main speaker in a national seminar with the theme ‘Strategy for Protecting the Java Island Region, Through the Construction of Coastal Dikes and Giant Sea Walls’ in Jakarta, Wednesday (10/1).
In his presentation, Prabowo explained the importance of sea walls for the North Coast of Java (Pantura) region.
“Because Pantura is a determining potential for all of us. Java still contributes more than 50 percent of our GDP,” said Prabowo.
In addition, the worrying conditions caused by the phenomenon of rising sea levels and abrasion in the region prompted Prabowo to push for a solution to the problem through the construction of Giant Sea Walls together with other ministers.
“So, this has entered the national strategic project (PSN) and we really prioritize it. We must gather the best minds of the nation. Accelerate the construction of the giant sea wall,” he continued.
At the same event, economist Raden Pardede said that in the Java Sea there are strong ocean currents, so the potential for tidal flooding is increasing.
“Global warming is also another problem that needs to be anticipated,” he said.
From a defense perspective, sea walls have several advantages including; coastal defense which functions to protect against floods and natural disasters. Indirectly contributes to the overall resilience of the city.
In addition, for the protection of strategic infrastructure aimed at protecting the main urban infrastructure.
Sea walls also contribute to the stability and sustainability of economic activities by preventing damage caused by flooding. (SENOPATI)
