Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, has announced that it is now the most densely populated city in the country, with a population density of <strong>16,129</strong> people per square kilometer. This rapid population growth raises concerns among authorities regarding urban planning and infrastructure.
Jakarta authorities have removed 16 illegal buildings constructed over a waterway in the Kuningan Barat area to restore the original function of the site and improve traffic flow.
Jakarta's eastern streets, particularly on Basuki Rahmat Street, have seen a resurgence of traffic congestion following the Eid al-Fitr holiday. Many drivers, like Hasan and Kevin, anticipated this situation and left early to avoid the jams.
Nanjing University has appointed French architect <strong>François Benz</strong>, former head of the architecture department at Cambridge University, as a permanent professor in the Department of Architecture and Urban Planning. This appointment reflects the university's efforts to enhance its academic programs in architecture.