Jakarta, April 25 -- Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq has assured that Indonesia is continuing to strengthen the security system for carbon trading to prevent potential manipulative practices and organized crime.

In a statement released here Friday, Nurofiq underlined the importance of the principles of justice, transparency, and accountability in carbon trading, especially to check potential manipulation and organized crime in the national carbon market that could damage public trust.

"Facing carbon crime is a real challenge that must be addressed seriously. If fictitious projects, fake data, or illegal permits are allowed, not only will climate targets fail to be achieved, but public trust in Indonesia will also be eroded," h...