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Buol Regency Partners with Investors for Quartz Sand Mining Project

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • The Buol Regency government is partnering with Perumda Berkah Buol and PT Kuarsa Lestari for quartz sand mining.
  • The investment aims to benefit the local community in Matinan, Taat, and Pandangan villages.
  • Environmental and spatial planning regulations must be followed, with initial assessments noting some areas are protected zones.

The Buol Regency government in Central Sulawesi is moving forward with plans to develop quartz sand mining, engaging Perumda Berkah Buol and PT Kuarsa Lestari as investors. The initiative targets the villages of Matinan, Taat, and Pandangan in Gadung District, with the stated goal of generating economic benefits for the local population.

The discussion aims to get clarity regarding the investment that has become the public's attention.

· Moh. Yamin Rahimexplaining the purpose of the government's meetings with investors

Moh. Yamin Rahim, the Regional Secretary of Buol Regency, emphasized that discussions are focused on clarifying the investment details, which have garnered public attention. The regional government affirms its support for the investment, provided that all processes adhere strictly to spatial planning, environmental regulations, and technical recommendations from relevant authorities. The proposed mining site spans 176 hectares.

The regional government supports this investment by ensuring the entire process complies with spatial planning, environmental regulations, and technical recommendations from the authorities.

· Moh. Yamin Rahimaffirming the government's commitment to regulatory compliance

However, the project faces regulatory hurdles. The spatial utilization activity suitability approval (PKKPR) must align with the Buol Regency's Spatial Plan (RTRW) as per Regional Regulation No. 13 of 2024, as a detailed spatial plan (RDTR) for the area is not yet in place. Preliminary assessments indicate that parts of the proposed mining area fall within protected zones, including mangroves, water bodies, and agricultural land.

Every mining activity stage must meet technical and environmental requirements and a reclamation plan before entering the production stage.

· PT Sulawesi Kuarsa Lestarioutlining the company's obligations

PT Sulawesi Kuarsa Lestari has already secured an Exploration IUP (Mining Business License) for quartz sand covering 175.5 hectares. The company is obligated to meet all technical and environmental requirements, including reclamation plans, before commencing production. Crucial considerations include road access, supporting port facilities, and managing socio-environmental impacts. Ahmad Andi Makka, Director of Perumda Berkah Kabupaten Buol, reported positive initial community responses in Gadung District, though further details need to be finalized.

We have started exploring cooperation with PT Sulawesi Kuarsa Lestari and received a positive response from the community in Gadung District, although there are still some things that need to be finalized.

· Ahmad Andi Makkacommenting on the community engagement and ongoing negotiations
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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