Bahlil Praises Anindya Bakrie’s ‘Good Mining Practice’ as ESDM Suspends 190 Mining Permits
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JAKARTA, Investortrust.id — Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has praised Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chairman Anindya Bakrie for setting an example of responsible and law-abiding mining operations, calling it a model for others as the government tightens oversight of the sector.
The Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry, through its Directorate General of Mineral and Coal, has suspended 190 mining business permits for companies that failed to comply with regulations, particularly on post-mining and reclamation responsibilities.
Speaking at the Minerba Convex 2025 forum in Jakarta on Wednesday, Oct 15, 2025, Bahlil urged Anindya, who also oversees many members involved in the mining industry, to encourage them to adopt sustainable and transparent practices.
“Let’s give applause to our Kadin Chairman. Many of his members are engaged in mining, and his companies are large too, but he has always followed the rules,” Bahlil said during the event.
The suspension, Bahlil explained, stemmed from violations such as companies neglecting reclamation duties after operations ceased. He emphasized that the new mining law mandates sustainability and accountability as part of the sector’s modernization.
“In the new mining law, we want mining to be managed sustainably. We must protect the environment and leave a good legacy for future generations,” he stated.
Bahlil said the obligation to set aside reclamation and post-mining guarantees had long been communicated by the ministry, but many firms still ignored the rules. “It’s good when entrepreneurs act with sincere hearts, but the fact remains that some finish mining and never rehabilitate the land. So who should bear that cost?” he asked.
He added that the government is committed to ending outdated, exploitative mining habits. “We are now enforcing stricter order. Every company must have a work plan that includes environmental guarantees and reclamation funds. It’s unfair to demand rights without fulfilling obligations,” Bahlil said.