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Haze: Who's to Blame for the Toxic Smog Choking South East Asia?

Authorities suspended the licences of 26 companies and launched investigations as hazardous smoke from recurring fires spread across the region.

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Anger is mounting at the companies accused of burning land in Indonesia and the authorities who have failed to stop them.

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The perpetrators set fire to forest areas or empty land in a planned manner, often taking advantage of the dry season to allow the fire to spread quickly.

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Access to corporate data on those receiving forest fire sanctions is being urged to be opened for public scrutiny.

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PUTRAJAYA – The Indonesian government must be transparent and open in dealing with the regional haze crisis caused by forest fire activities by disclosing all information about the 57 companies that are the 'masterminds' of the immoral activities. Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) President, Meena Raman said that public disclosure is important to find the culprits involved, thus starting the process ...

KUALA LUMPUR: The Indonesian government must be transparent and open in dealing with the regional haze crisis caused by fire activities in the country by disclosing all information about the 57 companies that are the 'masterminds' of the immoral activities. Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) president Meena Raman said that public disclosure is important to find the culprits involved and start ...

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Utusan Online broke the news on Monday, October 12, 2026.
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