Indonesia's Wildfire Emergency and the Blame Game The Indonesian government's response to its worst wildfire season in 11 years has been fragmented, with President Prabowo Subianto deflecting criticism by labeling wildfires as "ecological terrorism.
" While agricultural practices driven by palm oil and pulpwood industries have significantly contributed to this crisis, Prabowo's proposal for harsher penalties raises more questions than answers.
Indonesia has struggled with wildfires for decades, relying on slash and burn methods to clear land.