Australia sends aircraft to help Indonesia fight fires

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Australia has sent military aircraft to help Indonesia fight wildfires, with the air operation scheduled to run from Nov 6 to 12. The assistance comes as Indonesian fires produce smoke that can affect air quality across the region, a recurring problem in Southeast Asia. In South Africa, meanwhile, activists warn that new data centres could put added pressure on already strained water and electricity supplies, highlighting the wider environmental costs of digital infrastructure.

Why it matters：Cross-border fire assistance and concerns over data-centre resource use show how environmental pressures increasingly cross national and industry lines.

Key points

  • Australia's air operation is set for Nov 6 to 12.
  • Indonesian fires affect regional air quality.
  • South African activists warn data centres strain water and power.

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