Jakarta – Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto became the main speaker at a national seminar with the theme ‘Strategies for Protecting the Java Island Region through the Construction of Coastal and Sea Walls (Giant Sea Wall)’ 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,” Prabowo said.
In addition, the alarming condition due to the phenomenon of rising sea levels and abrasion in the area became the trigger for Prabowo to push for a solution to the problem through the construction of a Giant Sea Wall along with other ministers.
“So this has entered the national strategic project (PSN) that we prioritize. We must gather the best minds of the nation. Accelerate the construction of the giant sea wall,” he added.
In the same opportunity, economist Raden Pardede said that in the Java Sea, there are strong ocean currents, so the potential for tidal floods 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 that serves to protect against floods and natural disasters. Indirectly contributes to the overall city’s resilience.
In addition, the sea wall is also 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 due to floods. (SENOPATI)
