Governor Sherly Speaks Candidly on North Maluku's Downstreaming Drive

North Maluku Governor Sherly Tjoanda is prepared to detail the progress of downstream processing in her jurisdiction, airing live on CNBC Indonesia on Thursday (11/6/2026). The economy of North Maluku Province expanded by 19.61% in the first quarter of 2026, establishing the region as a fresh source of economic growth outside of Java, fuelled by the massive downstream industry in the ‘Land of Spices’. However, significant homework remains regarding environmental protection and the sustainability of the extensive mining and downstream sectors in North Maluku. The interview explores the extent of North Maluku’s commitment to sustaining its mining and downstream industries.