Ferry Futility: Indonesia's Sinking Safety Record The latest maritime disaster to hit Indonesian waters is a stark reminder of the country's woefully inadequate safety measures and the devastating consequences for its citizens.
On Sunday, a ferry carrying more than 240 people capsized in the Java Sea, leaving at least 130 passengers and crew missing.
Ferries are an essential mode of transportation in Indonesia, connecting its vast archipelago of over 17,000 islands.