Jakarta may drink the sea as drought threat grows
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Jakarta is considering turning seawater into drinking water as the city faces a growing drought threat.
Governor Pramono Anung said the Jakarta Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) has proposed desalination — a process that removes salt from seawater to make it safe to drink.
The governor confirmed the proposal, signaling that the city is open to the idea as its water supply comes under pressure.
No decision or timeline has been announced.