Jakarta – Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto became the keynote speaker in a national seminar with the theme ‘Strategy for Protecting the Java Island Region, Through the Construction of Coastal and Sea Dikes (Giant Sea Wall)’ in Jakarta, Wednesday (10/1).
In his presentation, Prabowo explained the importance of sea dikes for the North Coast of Java region (Pantura).
“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 alarming conditions due to the rise of sea levels and erosion in the region became the trigger for Prabowo to push for a solution to the problem through the construction of the Giant Sea Wall along with other ministers.
“So that what is already included in the national strategic project (PSN) we prioritize it seriously. We must gather the best minds of the nation. Accelerate the construction of the giant sea wall,” he continued.
On the same occasion, economist Raden Pardede said that the Java Sea has strong ocean currents, thus increasing the potential for tidal floods.
“Global warming is also another problem that needs to be anticipated,” he said.
From a defense perspective, sea dikes 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, it is for the protection of strategic infrastructure aimed at protecting the main urban infrastructure.
Sea dikes also contribute to the stability and sustainability of economic activities by preventing damage from floods. (SENOPATI)
