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32 Illegal Mines in Banten Closed Between 2025 and July 2026

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Banten Province's Energy and Mineral Resources Agency has closed 32 illegal mining sites across various commodities, including C-grade mining, coal, and gold, between 2025 and July 2026.
  • The closures aim to prevent environmental damage, erosion, and secure regional revenue from legal mining operations.
  • The provincial government is intensifying efforts to regulate mining activities without permits.

The Provincial Government of Banten is intensifying its crackdown on illegal mining operations, having closed 32 unauthorized sites across the province between 2025 and July 2026. The Banten Energy and Mineral Resources Agency (ESDM) reported the closures, which encompassed various commodities such as C-grade mining, coal, and gold.

These enforcement actions are part of a broader effort to mitigate environmental degradation, prevent coastal erosion, and safeguard potential regional revenues that are currently lost due to illegal extraction. The provincial authorities are committed to ensuring that mining activities are conducted legally and sustainably.

The targeted sites were located in several regencies and cities within Banten. By shutting down these illegal operations, the government aims to protect the affected areas from further damage and preserve natural resources for future generations. The move also signals a stricter regulatory environment for the mining sector in the province.

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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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