Kalimantan.
Indonesian part of the island of Borneo
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Fires are actively affecting multiple provinces including South Sumatra, Central Kalimantan, Riau, Jambi, South Kalimantan, and West Kalimantan.Well supported20 reports11 developments inside
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Fires are raging in Kalimantan and Sumatra, sparking public pressure on Jakarta via social media and open letters.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Malaysia assists Indonesia with fire containment in Kalimantan, with Japan deploying Kunisaki and Prabowo requesting aid.Some support5 reports
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Fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan, which are part of Indonesia, are causing haze that is affecting the Philippines. El Niño is cited as a major catalyst.Well supported26 reports2 developments inside
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Haze from Sumatra and Kalimantan affects Singapore air quality, prompting government preparedness measures.Some support1 report
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El Nino is causing drought conditions in Sumatra and Kalimantan, leading to increased fire risk and smoke affecting Malaysia.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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Climate events caused widespread school closures in Sumatra and Kalimantan.Some support1 report
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Transboundary smoke affects agricultural areas in Southeast Asia, prompting warnings about air quality risks.Some support1 report
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Smoke from forest fires originating in Kalimantan is now traveling to Jakarta.Some support3 reports
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Kalimantan is identified as a part of Indonesia, which is located on the island of Borneo.Some support1 report
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Smoke haze from fires affects air quality in Singapore, fueled by El Nino in Kalimantan.Well supported31 reports
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Fires are raging in Kalimantan, Indonesia, leading to political scrutiny over the destruction.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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The region is seeking to optimize the use of swamp land, involving key entities including Indonesia, Papua, and Kalimantan.Some support1 report1 development inside
Earlier this month
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Suharto's regime leased lands for concessions in Kalimantan, Indonesia.Some support1 report
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Prabowo Subianto ordered investigations into fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan.Some support3 reports
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Transboundary haze caused by forest fires in Kalimantan is affecting air quality, prompting official warnings to residents.Well supported4 reports5 developments inside
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The National Disaster Management Agency, led by Suharyanto, is managing the haze and fire response in Kalimantan.Some support1 report
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Prabowo's initiatives in Kalimantan include police operations and environmental site sealing, alongside legal reviews and regulatory instructions.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Pollution levels in Kalimantan are higher than Jakarta. Palangka Raya recorded high pollution levels in Kalimantan, which is in West Kalimantan.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Forest and land fires intensify across islandsWell supported21 reports4 developments inside
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Forest fire haze is disrupting operations at Supadio International Airport in Kalimantan.Some support3 reports
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El Niño caused widespread peatland fires impacting provinces across South Sumatra and Kalimantan.Some support1 report
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The Vice President visited South Kalimantan to discuss fire preparedness amid intense dry season and fires.Some support1 report
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Gibran apologized to residents across Kalimantan regarding the ongoing crisis.Some support2 reports
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IUCN lists orangutan as critically endangered due to habitat loss from Kalimantan wildfires.Some support2 reports
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Traditional farming is practiced in West Kalimantan, which is a province within Kalimantan.Some support1 report
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Haze from forest fires in Kalimantan is being carried by prevailing winds.Some support8 reports1 development inside
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BNPB has deployed resources to multiple regions including Riau, Kalimantan, Jambi, and South Sumatra to support fire and disaster response efforts.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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Transboundary haze from forest fires and peat fires in Kalimantan is causing unhealthy air quality in the region.Well supported11 reports2 developments inside
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DENR is monitoring air quality in Makati, Calabarzon, Central Luzon, and Mimaropa due to transboundary haze caused by forest fires in Kalimantan.Some support1 report
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Hotspots persist in Kalimantan causing haze.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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El Nino causes drier conditions in Sumatra and Kalimantan.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Indonesian government has approved coal mine licenses in the region, with the minister defending the policy of resource expansion.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Climate stress is increasing the risk and severity of fires in Kalimantan, with governance decisions determining which landscapes are protected.Some support2 reports
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Low water levels in the Barito River, caused by El Niño, are threatening to prolong dry conditions and constraining coal movements.Well supported3 reports
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Mongabay reported on the wild elephant population residing in Sumatra and Kalimantan, which are part of Indonesia.Some support1 report
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Drought and fires are increasing trans-boundary haze risk in Kalimantan, driven by El Nino conditions, affecting regional stability.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Asiamet Resources Limited, headquartered in Jakarta, is exploring mineral properties in Indonesia with its flagship project located in Kalimantan.Some support1 report
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Prabowo Subianto instructed the development of the Trans-Kalimantan project and the Trans-Sumatra Railway.Some support4 reports
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What's reaching Kalimantan
Events traced to Kalimantan, step by step, newest first- Kalimantan may face operational disruption from Indonesian firesKalimantan may face operational disruption from widespread Indonesian firesPossible
- Wildfires threaten carbon projects and forest land in KalimantanWildfires threaten carbon projects and forest land in KalimantanLikely
- Kayan project may boost Kalimantan's value through conservation financeKayan project may boost Kalimantan's value through conservation financePossible
- Severe haze in Palangka Raya may force Kalimantan to review environmental policyKalimantan may face regulatory pressure due to severe air pollution in Palangka Raya.Possible
- Kalimantan's agency may oversee 200,000-hectare palm plantation projectKalimantan's government agency may face new oversight demands from 200,000-hectare plantation projectPossible
- Kalimantan faces operational crisis from intensifying Indonesian firesKalimantan faces operational crisis as fires intensify and sanctions are imposedLikely
Around Kalimantan this week
News at the entities that move Kalimantan most-
Indonesia StructuralICANN held its annual meeting in Indonesia, with GAC serving as a committee.Moves Kalimantan
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Prabowo Subianto StructuralBank Indonesia policy actions affect market stability, and the President accepted the resignation of the central bank governor.Moves Kalimantan
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El Nino OperationalEl Nino could affect agricultural output across Africa while an IMF official discusses the continent's economic outlook.Moves Kalimantan
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Giuseppe Garibaldi OperationalThe former carrier arrived from Italy for joint collaboration and systems upgrades with the Indonesian Navy.Moves Kalimantan
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East Kalimantan StructuralWilmar International and Kencana Agri operate concession areas in East and North Kalimantan, Indonesia.Moves Kalimantan
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Sumatra OperationalMultiple global earthquakes triggered tsunamis across the Indian Ocean, affecting East Africa and Southeast Asia, while other quakes impacted Hawaii and Alaska.Moves Kalimantan
Connections
The 40 strongest of 85, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
East Kalimantan Structural
East Kalimantan is formally defined as one of the provinces that constitute Kalimantan.
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Borneo Shared context
Kalimantan is geographically situated within the larger island of Borneo.
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Indonesia Structural
Kalimantan is a formally recognized administrative province within the sovereign state of Indonesia.
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Sumatra Operational
Sumatra and Kalimantan are actively coupled through a shared, ongoing regional fire and haze crisis, with smoke and hotspots originating from both regions.
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South Kalimantan Structural
South Kalimantan is an administrative province within the larger region of Kalimantan.
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West Kalimantan Structural
West Kalimantan is a province administratively located within the larger region of Kalimantan.
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Sarawak Operational
Fires and haze originating in Kalimantan directly impact the air quality and environment of Sarawak.
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Prabowo Subianto Structural
Prabowo Subianto exercises executive authority over Kalimantan, directing development projects and ordering investigations.
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Singapore Operational
Fires and smoke plumes originating in Kalimantan actively affect Singapore's air quality and haze risk.
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El Nino Operational
El Nino acts as a climate driver, causing drought, fire risk, and flooding conditions in Kalimantan.
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Malaysia Operational
Fires and haze originating in Kalimantan directly impact Malaysian air quality, leading to cross-border coordination efforts.
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Jakarta Operational
Forest fires in Kalimantan produce smoke that travels and negatively affects the air quality in Jakarta.
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Java Structural
Factories in Java depend on the import of LNG resources sourced from Kalimantan.
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Raja Juli Antoni Operational
Minister Raja Juli Antoni actively governs and enforces fire sanctions within the Kalimantan region.
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Giuseppe Garibaldi Operational
Forecasted military action involves the launch of water-bombing missions from A toward B.
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Philippines Shared context
Fires originating in Kalimantan produce haze that affects the air quality and environment of the Philippines.
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Kunisaki Operational
Kunisaki is actively deployed to Kalimantan to assist with firefighting efforts.
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Central Kalimantan Structural
Central Kalimantan is a geographical subdivision located within the larger region of Kalimantan.
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Nusantara Structural
Nusantara is a capital city project situated within the island of Kalimantan.
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El Niño Shared context
El Niño drives adverse climate conditions, including fires and dry weather, in Kalimantan.
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Department of Environment and Natural Resources Operational
Fires in Kalimantan produce transboundary haze that impacts the operational area and responsibilities of DENR.
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Central Visayas Operational
Wildfires in Kalimantan cause haze in Central Visayas.
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environment ministry Operational
The environment ministry actively monitors and mandates environmental restoration efforts within Kalimantan.
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Metro Cebu Shared context
Haze from forest fires in Kalimantan is transboundary and affects the air quality of Metro Cebu.
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Southeast Asia Shared context
Kalimantan is a geographical component of Southeast Asia, and environmental events originating in Kalimantan impact the broader region.
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Dudung Abdurachman Operational
Dudung Abdurachman directs firefighting operations within the region of Kalimantan.
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Bumitama Agri Structural
Bumitama Agri holds concession areas in Kalimantan, establishing a formal regulatory dependency.
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National Disaster Management Agency Operational
The agency operates in the region of Kalimantan, specifically managing haze and fire response issues.
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Quezon City Shared context
Kalimantan's transboundary haze and smoke from fires affects the air quality in Quezon City.
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Daniel Structural
Daniel is employed by the West Kalimantan agency.
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China Operational
China is showing interest in projects based in the region of Kalimantan.
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Metro Manila Shared context
Fires in Kalimantan produce haze that affects air quality in the region, including Metro Manila.
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Supadio International Airport Shared context
Forest fire haze originating in Kalimantan disrupts the operations of Supadio International Airport.
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Riau Islands Operational
Fires originating in Kalimantan produce smoke that actively affects the Riau Islands.
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Ministry of Transportation Operational
Ministry of Transportation is actively involved in Trans-Kalimantan development.
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Negros Occidental Shared context
The two regions share a geographical context where transboundary haze from land use impacts air quality.
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Ministry of Environment Structural
The Ministry of Environment exercises formal regulatory control over concession sites within Kalimantan.
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Sabah Mentioned together
Sabah and Kalimantan are linked by shared environmental concerns regarding peatlands and forest fires across the island of Borneo.
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IPB University Shared context
IPB University researchers have analyzed environmental issues occurring in Kalimantan.
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Daniel Johan Structural
Daniel Johan oversees forestry operations within the Kalimantan region.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
9 events- Fires are raging in Kalimantan and Sumatra, sparking public pressure on Jakarta via social media and open letters.
- Haze from Sumatra and Kalimantan affects Singapore air quality, prompting government preparedness measures.
- Climate events caused widespread school closures in Sumatra and Kalimantan.
- Transboundary smoke affects agricultural areas in Southeast Asia, prompting warnings about air quality risks.
- Smoke from forest fires originating in Kalimantan is now traveling to Jakarta.
- Kalimantan is identified as a part of Indonesia, which is located on the island of Borneo.
- Fires are raging in Kalimantan, Indonesia, leading to political scrutiny over the destruction.
- The region is seeking to optimize the use of swamp land, involving key entities including Indonesia, Papua, and Kalimantan.
- Suharto's regime leased lands for concessions in Kalimantan, Indonesia.
September 2026
17 events- Fires are actively affecting multiple provinces including South Sumatra, Central Kalimantan, Riau, Jambi, South Kalimantan, and West Kalimantan.
- Malaysia assists Indonesia with fire containment in Kalimantan, with Japan deploying Kunisaki and Prabowo requesting aid.
- Fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan, which are part of Indonesia, are causing haze that is affecting the Philippines. El Niño is cited as a major catalyst.
- Smoke haze from fires affects air quality in Singapore, fueled by El Nino in Kalimantan.
- Prabowo Subianto ordered investigations into fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan.
- Transboundary haze caused by forest fires in Kalimantan is affecting air quality, prompting official warnings to residents.
- The National Disaster Management Agency, led by Suharyanto, is managing the haze and fire response in Kalimantan.
- Prabowo's initiatives in Kalimantan include police operations and environmental site sealing, alongside legal reviews and regulatory instructions.
- Pollution levels in Kalimantan are higher than Jakarta. Palangka Raya recorded high pollution levels in Kalimantan, which is in West Kalimantan.
- Forest fire haze is disrupting operations at Supadio International Airport in Kalimantan.
- El Niño caused widespread peatland fires impacting provinces across South Sumatra and Kalimantan.
- The Vice President visited South Kalimantan to discuss fire preparedness amid intense dry season and fires.
- Gibran apologized to residents across Kalimantan regarding the ongoing crisis.
- IUCN lists orangutan as critically endangered due to habitat loss from Kalimantan wildfires.
- Traditional farming is practiced in West Kalimantan, which is a province within Kalimantan.
- Haze from forest fires in Kalimantan is being carried by prevailing winds.
- DENR is monitoring air quality in Makati, Calabarzon, Central Luzon, and Mimaropa due to transboundary haze caused by forest fires in Kalimantan.
August 2026
11 events- El Nino is causing drought conditions in Sumatra and Kalimantan, leading to increased fire risk and smoke affecting Malaysia.
- Forest and land fires intensify across islands
- BNPB has deployed resources to multiple regions including Riau, Kalimantan, Jambi, and South Sumatra to support fire and disaster response efforts.
- Transboundary haze from forest fires and peat fires in Kalimantan is causing unhealthy air quality in the region.
- Hotspots persist in Kalimantan causing haze.
- El Nino causes drier conditions in Sumatra and Kalimantan.
- Climate stress is increasing the risk and severity of fires in Kalimantan, with governance decisions determining which landscapes are protected.
- Low water levels in the Barito River, caused by El Niño, are threatening to prolong dry conditions and constraining coal movements.
- Mongabay reported on the wild elephant population residing in Sumatra and Kalimantan, which are part of Indonesia.
- Drought and fires are increasing trans-boundary haze risk in Kalimantan, driven by El Nino conditions, affecting regional stability.
- Asiamet Resources Limited, headquartered in Jakarta, is exploring mineral properties in Indonesia with its flagship project located in Kalimantan.