Blackouts in the Investment City
Industry actors are protesting the frequent power outages in Batam. The power reserve margin is insufficient, putting Batam’s reputation in the eyes of investors at risk.
Retno Sulistyowati
June 5, 2023
RAFKI Rasyid was drowned in complaints. Chair of the Batam Indonesian Employers Association (Apindo) received reports from members about the current power crises. Businesses are clearly disrupted when the electricity supply in Batam becomes unreliable. According to Rafki, even employees had to be sent home because the blackout lasted for a long time. “The lights could be out for six to eight hours,” he said to Tempo on Wedne
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