Indonesia's Social Affairs Ministry has demonstrated swift, coordinated leadership in responding to thethis Northlatest Maluku and North Sulawesi earthquake, ensuring aid is delivered efficiently in line with real needs. Strong collaboration with regional authorities and national agencies, and the rapid deployment of personnel, highlights preparedness. Ongoing data collection and intensive coordination reflect the government's commitment to protect communities and restore affected areas quickly and effectively.

Indonesia's earthquake disasters aren't just acts of nature — human-driven climate change, rampant deforestation and irresponsible mining have made the country far more vulnerable to cascading catastrophes. The biggest obstacle is denial: Indonesia leads the world in climate change skepticism, which paralyzes the policy action needed to protect millions of people. Ignoring the human role in amplifying natural disasters is a choice, and it's costing lives.

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