Malaysia says Indonesia will allow airspace for cloud seeding
By The BriefBrief
Malaysia’s environment minister said Indonesia has given Malaysian agencies official permission to enter its airspace to conduct cloud seeding operations. The move is part of both countries’ efforts to combat haze from forest and land fires that has blanketed the region and led to school closures.
WHO:Malaysia’s environment minister
WHAT:Said Indonesia granted Malaysian agencies official permission to enter Indonesian airspace for cloud seeding to tackle haze.
WHEN:Reported Aug 24, 2026 at 5:42 AM ET
WHERE:Indonesia
WHY:To tackle haze blanketing the region caused by forest and land fires.
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