Government Policy in Mineral and Coal Sector Deemed Appropriate
Cek Endra, a member of Commission XII of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) from the Golkar Party faction, supports the steps taken by the government through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) and the Ministry of Finance to postpone adjustments to royalties and export duties in the mining sector. This decision is intended to maintain a balance between state revenue and the sustainability of the national investment climate.
According to Cek Endra, this approach demonstrates the government’s prudence in formulating energy and mining sector policies to ensure the competitiveness of the national industry remains intact amidst fluctuating global economic dynamics. He noted that the government is seeking the best formulation to protect national interests while ensuring that the investment climate and the continuity of the national mining industry remain conducive.
He assessed that the mineral and coal sector currently plays a vital role, not only in generating state revenue but also in job creation, strengthening downstreaming efforts, and driving regional economic growth, particularly in mining-producing areas. Consequently, he believes that fiscal policies in the mining sector must be formulated in a measurable manner, taking into account global commodity prices, investment sustainability, and the industry’s ability to maintain national productivity.
Cek Endra also commended the government’s ongoing efforts to synchronise national energy and fiscal policies, including initiatives to strengthen energy self-sufficiency and accelerate village electrification programmes across various regions of Indonesia. He emphasised that Commission XII supports policies oriented towards strengthening energy security, increasing the added value of natural resources, and optimising state revenue while maintaining national investment stability. He further expressed hope that communication between the government and business actors continues to be strengthened to provide certainty for the business world while remaining aligned with national interests and public welfare.