East Java

East Java is a province of Indonesia, with Surabaya as its capital city. Recently, Surabaya has gained attention for implementing a unique initiative to combat the issue of unpaid child support. Faced with rising divorce rates and the financial strain on single mothers, the city is banning absentee fathers who fail to pay court-ordered child support from accessing public services. This measure aims to enforce parental responsibility and alleviate the burden on single mothers. Simultaneously, Indonesia as a whole, including East Java, is experiencing the annual 'mudik' exodus for Eid ul-Fitr. This mass migration sees a significant portion of the population traveling home, placing strain on transportation infrastructure and the national budget, particularly with rising oil prices impacting travel costs. The convergence of these issues highlights East Java's role in addressing social welfare concerns and its participation in national events with significant economic and logistical implications.