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 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,” said Prabowo.
In addition, the alarming condition due to the phenomenon of rising sea levels and erosion in the region prompted Prabowo to push for the solution to the problem through the construction of the Giant Sea Wall along with other ministers.
“So this project, which has become a national strategic project (PSN), we must prioritize it. We have to gather the best minds of the nation. Accelerate the construction of the giant sea wall,” he continued.
At the same time, economist Raden Pardede said that in the Java Sea there are strong sea 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 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 walls also contribute to the stability and continuity of economic activities by preventing damage from floods. (SENOPATI)
