#Mining
Ministry yet to issue export recommendation letter for mining companies
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources is yet to issue the recommendation letter allowing mineral export for five companies that have obtained mineral export license.
Businesses denied government claim on bauxite smelter construction being neglected
Bauxite producers asserted that smelter construction projects are ongoing and rejected the government's accusation saying that smelter projects have been neglected because of the recent export ban.
Indonesian government set deadline for Vale divestment
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has set a deadline for PT Vale Indonesia Tbk (INCO) until the end of 2024 to submit a proposal for divestment price.
MIND ID continues acquisition of Vale Indonesia's shares
Indonesian mining industry holding MIND ID is ready to acquire shares in PT Vale Indonesia Tbk (INCO) and tap into the company's enormous potential in nickel reserves.
Three Sulawesi governors request government not to extend Vale Indonesia's contract
Governors of South Sulawesi, Southeast Sulawesi and Central Sulawesi have rejected the extension of the contract of work of nickel mining company PT Vale Indonesia Tbk. They also requested the government to hand over the concession to the provincial administration owned enterprises (BUMD).
Retired generals, Indonesia's intelligence, political elites and investors behind Papua's new provinces
The establishment of three new provinces in Papua is the result of vested interest of the military, political elites as well as foreign and local investors especially in the mining and plantation sectors, critics say. In addition to providing security and stability to the concession area, the creation of the new regions in Indonesia's easternmost province will facilitate the administration of investors' licenses.