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 worrying condition due to the phenomenon of rising sea levels and abrasion in the region became a trigger for Prabowo to push for the resolution of these problems through the construction of the Giant Sea Wall together with other ministers.
“So, this has entered as a national strategic project, we should seriously 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 ocean currents, increasing the potential for tidal floods.
“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 to protect against floods and natural disasters. Indirectly contributes to the overall city resilience.
In addition, they are 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)