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Why Does Indonesia Send Hazardous Waste Back to the United States?

Summary by Numerama
While Indonesia is trying to stop illegal imports of electronic waste, Jakarta has returned several containers of dangerous technological debris to the United States from Batam Island on 20 January 2026. The country is targeting informal recycling, accused of exposing people to toxic substances.
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Why Does Indonesia Send Hazardous Waste Back to the United States?

While Indonesia is trying to stop illegal imports of electronic waste, Jakarta has returned several containers of dangerous technological debris to the United States from Batam Island on 20 January 2026. The country is targeting informal recycling, accused of exposing people to toxic substances.

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Numerama broke the news in on Friday, January 30, 2026.
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