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flag U.S. aid cuts under Trump disrupted Indonesia’s climate projects, worsening flooding and vulnerability in Jakarta.

flag The elimination of USAID funding under the Trump administration has severely disrupted Indonesia’s climate resilience efforts, particularly in Jakarta, one of the world’s fastest-sinking cities. flag Critical projects on flood mitigation, sustainable urban planning, and wetland restoration have stalled due to lost financial and technical support. flag Indonesian officials and environmental groups report setbacks in adaptation strategies, weakened data collection, and reduced capacity to meet international climate commitments. flag The funding gap has increased vulnerability to sea-level rise, extreme weather, and urban flooding, threatening public health, food security, and economic stability in coastal communities. flag While Indonesia continues independent climate action, experts warn the absence of sustained U.S. aid undermines long-term progress and highlights the global consequences of cutting foreign assistance for climate initiatives.

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