Bahlil Asserts No Decision Yet on Implementation of Coal Export Levies
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - The Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Bahlil Lahadalia, has emphasised that no decision has been made regarding the proposed implementation of export levy policies for coal exports. The government is currently conducting studies to ensure that any regulations issued do not disrupt investment in the national mining sector.
Minister Bahlil Lahadalia stated that his ministry has reached an agreement with the Minister of Finance, Purbaya Yuhdi Sadewa, to wait for the most appropriate formulation for the proposed coal export levy policy.
“I would like to convey that discussions regarding coal export levies have not reached a decision as of now, and that is an agreement between myself and the Minister of Finance as we await the formulation we are developing,” he explained when met at the DPR RI Building, Jakarta, on Monday (8/6/2026).
The delay in detailed discussions regarding the levy is based on considerations of macroeconomic momentum and global commodity market conditions. Bahlil noted that the government is in no rush to execute the policy.
“My view, and the decision of Minister Purbaya, is that the current timing is not yet appropriate for us to conduct detailed discussions,” he added.
The government continues to closely monitor global coal price movements to determine the most efficient steps for state revenue. Although there are plans to increase revenue from the natural resources sector, the government remains committed to honouring existing contracts and maintaining the competitiveness of domestic entrepreneurs in the international market. “We will continue to pay attention to global demand and prices. As for domestic needs, we will certainly ensure everything is met,” he concluded.
Mining Doctrine Remains Unchanged
In addition to the export levy issue, Bahlil ensured that mining sector contracts will undergo no changes. This addresses rumours regarding a change in the ‘doctrine’ of mining profit-sharing, similar to the ‘gross split’ system used in the oil and gas sector.
“Firstly, the system within the ESDM that adopts the gross split doctrine applies only to the oil and gas sector. I repeat, based on regulations and presidential directives, the gross split is only for the oil and gas sector; in the mineral and coal sector, there are no changes whatsoever,” said Bahlil.
“Therefore, it is important that I convey this to provide assurance that existing regulations remain unchanged. It is my duty to protect this indefinitely,” Bahlil asserted.