#Mining Industry
Bahlil to summon mining permit holders over environmental concerns in Raja Ampat
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia is set to summon nickel mining permit holders operating in and around Raja Ampat, Southwest Papua, in response to mounting public scrutiny over the environmental impact of mining operation in the world-renowned marine tourism destination.
Indonesia won’t back down from resource downstreaming: Bahlil
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Bahlil Lahadalia, said Indonesia will not yield to foreign pressure against its natural resource downstreaming agenda, reaffirming its commitment to self-reliance in energy and industrial transformation.
Indonesia must lead in ESG transformation for nickel mining: Deputy MPR Speaker
Deputy Speaker of the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR), Eddy Dwiyanto Soeparno, told the Indonesian ESG Forum 2025 that Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance is no longer a voluntary measure, but a core requirement for global market access, especially in the nickel sector.
Indonesia’s nickel industry must embrace global ESG standards: APNI
Chairman of the Indonesian Nickel Miners Association (APNI), Nanan Soekarna, suggested that adherence to global environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards is no longer optional, but an urgent necessity for Indonesia’s nickel industry to stay competitive in the global market.
GKP Clarifies Legality of Nickel Mining Operations Amid Civil Society Focus
Nickel mining company PT Gema Kreasi Perdana (GKP) has rejected allegations of illegal operations and environmental violations on Wawonii Island, following a report submitted by civil society groups JATAM and TAPaK to the Attorney General’s Office earlier this week.
Activists file complaint over Wawonii mining irregularities with AGO
The Mining Advocacy Network (Jatam) and the Coastal and Small Islands Advocacy Team (TAPaK) have filed a complaint with the Attorney General’s Office (AGO)over alleged corruption linked to nickel mining by PT Gema Kreasi Perdana (PT GKP), a subsidiary of the Harita Group, on Wawonii Island, Southeast Sulawesi.
Indonesian NGO calls for nickel industry reform at OECD Forum
Indonesian environmental group Satya Bumi has called for urgent reforms in the country’s nickel industry during the OECD Forum on Responsible Mineral Supply Chains, held from May 5–7, 2025 in Paris.
Indonesia reviews domestic coal pricing formula amid transparency concerns
The Indonesian government is currently reviewing the domestic coal pricing formula to ensure greater transparency and support for national mining stakeholders, according to Tri Winarno, Director General of Mineral and Coal at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM).
W. Sulawesi residents seeks mining moratorium amid environmental threats
Hundreds of residents from villages across West Sulawesi staged a protest in front of the provincial governor’s office on Monday, May 6, 2025, calling for a moratorium on mining permits, the revocation of extractive industry licenses, and the halt of all ongoing mining operations threatening their environment and livelihoods.
Energy minister downplays concerns over domestic bauxite sales
Amid claims that bauxite from state miner PT Aneka Tambang (Antam ) is not selling due to export restrictions, Energyand Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said he would review the progress but defended the current export ban.
Police fire tear gas as locals protest against mining in East Halmahera
Tensions escalated on Monday, April 28, 2025, when police forces fired tear gas at some 300 residents of Wayamli and Yawanli villages in East Halmahera who were marching to protest against mining activities by PT Sambaki Tambang Sentosa (STS) on their customary lands.
GKP pays over US$7 million in tax, non-tax contribution since 2007
In conjunction with Southeast Sulawesi Province’s 61st anniversary celebration, PT Gema Kreasi Perdana (GKP) reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable regional development by contributing more than US$7.25 million to the state through taxes and non-tax revenues (PNBP) since the issuance of its mining permit in 2007.