Citarum River

Event: Pasig River Forum

Citarum River

24 April 2012
Author / Speaker: 
Wilfried Hasiholan Purba, Ministry of Health, Indonesia - Email the author | Other materials by the author

The Citarum River is the most important river basin in West Java, Indonesia. Economic development and population growth, however, have contributed to the river’s current perilous situation. Working hand in hand is essential to protect this precious resource and achieve a better Citarum. 

Geographical Focus: 
Indonesia
Type of Content: 
Learning Event

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