GIANYAR, DEWATA.NEWS – The Gianyar Regency Government has entered into a cooperation agreement with Osaki City in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan, to strengthen its waste management system. The partnership was formalized during a plenary session approving the cooperation action plan.
“The cooperation between the Gianyar Regency Government and Osaki City, Japan, is a strategic step in improving our waste management system,” said Gianyar Deputy Regent Anak Agung Gde Mayun on Thursday (Feb 12, 2026).
According to Mayun, the collaboration has two primary objectives. First, to reduce the volume of waste transported to the Temesi final disposal site (TPA). Second, to improve the quality of human resources in managing waste more effectively.
He stated that achieving these goals is expected to generate broader benefits, including economic value, improved public health, environmental preservation, and behavioral changes in how residents handle waste disposal.
“We hope Osaki City is willing to share its expertise through direct mentoring for waste management operators in Gianyar Regency,” Mayun said.
He emphasized that the cooperation is not limited to technology transfer or machinery assistance, but focuses more on knowledge transfer and cultural change in waste handling practices.
“Through this cooperation, we are not only talking about transferring technology or equipment, but more importantly transferring knowledge and changing behavior,” he added.
Mayun noted that knowledge transfer would produce better results if supported by appropriate technology, capacity building, and strengthened environmental management systems that are more effective and sustainable.
Chair of Commission II of the Gianyar Regional Legislative Council (DPRD), I Nyoman Amerthayasa, stated that the proposed cooperation has been assessed positively. He said regional institutions, legal aspects, and local financial readiness were considered adequate to support the plan.
“This cooperation plan is part of the regional government’s follow-up efforts to address waste issues, which have become one of the strategic concerns in Gianyar Regency,” Amerthayasa said.
He added that waste management should be viewed as part of a broader life cycle that must be handled responsibly and wisely.
Commission II provided several recommendations related to the cooperation, including clarity on the technical scope of implementation, preparedness of relevant regional agencies, particularly the Gianyar Environmental Agency and adequate human resource support.
“So that the implementation of the cooperation can run effectively and deliver optimal benefits,” Amerthayasa concluded.
The partnership reflects Gianyar’s efforts to seek international collaboration in addressing long-standing waste challenges while aiming to build a more sustainable and community-based waste management system.