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Indonesia to Punish Companies for Environmental Violations at Sulawesi Industrial Park

Indonesia to Punish Companies for Environmental Violations at Sulawesi Industrial Park

By Sebastian Strangio
The Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park is home to around 50 companies, most of them involved in the processing of nickel for use in the manufacturing of stainless steel and EV batteries.
Indonesia Cancels 4 Nickel Mining Licenses After Environmental Outcry

Indonesia Cancels 4 Nickel Mining Licenses After Environmental Outcry

By Sebastian Strangio
Environmental groups say that Indonesia's nickel industry has caused significant environmental degradation and social displacement.

The Nickel-based Industrial Paradox: Indonesian Resources, Chinese Profits

The Nickel-based Industrial Paradox: Indonesian Resources, Chinese Profits

By Ahmad Syarif
Do Jakarta's industrial incentives reflect misaligned priorities?

Should the Philippines Replicate Indonesia’s Nickel-based Industrialization?

Should the Philippines Replicate Indonesia’s Nickel-based Industrialization?

By Alvin Camba
In recent years, Jakarta has supercharged the mining and processing of the mineral, but the progress has come at a heavy cost.

Prabowo Heralds an Uncertain Future For Fundamental Freedoms in Indonesia

Prabowo Heralds an Uncertain Future For Fundamental Freedoms in Indonesia

By Rosalind Ratana and Cornelius Damar Hanung
The last administration showed an increasing disdain for democratic and human rights norms. The new one might be even worse.
Indonesia To Improve Supervision of Commodities Sector, Official Says

Indonesia To Improve Supervision of Commodities Sector, Official Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Jakarta plans to review the U.S. Department of Labor's claim of forced labor by Chinese majority-owned nickel mining and processing firms.

US Forced Labor Ruling on Indonesian Nickel Could Backfire

US Forced Labor Ruling on Indonesian Nickel Could Backfire

By Cullen Hendrix
The Department of Labor's recent forced labor determination could push Jakarta into further dependence on China and Chinese firms.
Why Indonesia’s Antam Wants to Acquire a Chinese Nickel Smelter

Why Indonesia’s Antam Wants to Acquire a Chinese Nickel Smelter

By James Guild
Jakarta has successfully encouraged foreign firms to invest in nickel processing facilities in the country. Now its own firms are looking for a greater piece of the action.

Cancellation of Nickel Investments Should Be a Wake-Up Call for Indonesia

Cancellation of Nickel Investments Should Be a Wake-Up Call for Indonesia

By Krista Shennum
The government's break-neck drive to exploit its nickel deposits should not come at the expense of human rights and the environment.

Did Illegal Tin Mines Really Steal $26 Billion From the Indonesian State?

Did Illegal Tin Mines Really Steal $26 Billion From the Indonesian State?

By James Guild
The Indonesian government recently brought corruption charges against Harvey Moeis, a wealthy businessman with interests in the mining sector.

Why the Indonesian State Took Majority Ownership of PT Vale Indonesia

Why the Indonesian State Took Majority Ownership of PT Vale Indonesia

By James Guild
There has long been a desire in certain quarters to eventually move ownership of foreign-owned and operated mines back into Indonesian hands.
The Case for a More Ambitious Indonesia-US Partnership

The Case for a More Ambitious Indonesia-US Partnership

By Sophie Egar and Joseph Bouchard
The two nations should place sustainable energy and critical minerals at the center of their relationship.

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