Jakarta air pollution worsens: Respiratory illness cases surge

Published 26 June 2026 · general

In Indonesia, worsening air pollution in the capital is driving a rise in respiratory illnesses in the world’s most populous city. Jakarta’s air quality has

In Indonesia, worsening air pollution in the capital is driving a rise in respiratory illnesses in the world’s most populous city. Jakarta’s air quality has continued to decline this month, with monitoring agencies ranking it among the most polluted cities in the world. Al Jazeera’s Jessica Washington reports from Jakarta. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App

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