February 20, 2016

As long as we're safe

Kid: For us it doesn't matter if we're late as long as we're safe right Dad? (sign reads 'Economy Class')

Ignoring safety concerns, conflicts with existing special plans and the loss of vital water catchment areas, the government appears determined to proceed with a high-speed train project dubbed PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia China (KCIC) connecting Jakarta with Bandung, which will cost a whopping US$5.5 billion that many say would be better spent on desperately needed repairs and the expansion of Indonesia's existing rail network.

Kompas - February 20, 2016