Waste pickers face livelihood threats at Indonesia's largest landfill
Workers at Indonesia's Bantargebang landfill are growing concerned about their futures as the government reforms waste management and tightens open dumping regulations.
By Europa Express27 Jul 2026 · 10:30 CETUpdated 27 Jul 2026 · 10:30 CET
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Core Briefing: Waste pickers face livelihood threats at Indonesia's largest landfill
Strategic Context: Workers at Indonesia's Bantargebang landfill are growing concerned about their futures as the government reforms waste management and tightens open dumping regulations.
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Waste pickers working at Indonesia's Bantargebang landfill are facing uncertainty regarding their livelihoods, according to a report by Euronews. The concerns arise as the government moves to reform national waste management practices and implements stricter rules concerning open dumping at the site.