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Indonesian authorities to probe alleged import of toxic electronic waste from US to Batam
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Nineteen shipping containers allegedly containing hazardous materials arrived at Batu Ampar Port in Batam.
PHOTO: MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT (INDONESIA)
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BATAM, Riau Islands - The Indonesian authorities have launched an investigation into the suspected illegal importation of toxic electronic waste (e-waste) from the United States, following the arrival of 19 shipping containers allegedly containing hazardous materials at Batu Ampar Port in Batam, the Riau Islands.
Batam Customs Office head Zaky Firmansyah said the office, together with the Batam Development Authority (BP Batam) and the Environment Ministry, would inspect the shipment later this week.
