Indonesia Investigates Four Corporations Over Kalimantan Forest Fires

Indonesia is actively investigating four corporations in West Kalimantan over their alleged links to widespread forest and land fires. State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi confirmed the ongoing probe, stating that the government is prepared to take decisive action against any company found to have violated regulations. This includes the potential revocation of operating permits. "Four corporations are currently under investigation, according to the report we received," Prasetyo said Saturday. He emphasized that the government would not hesitate to act if violations are discovered. The investigation results are pending, after which legal actions will be determined. During recent coordination meetings on fire management, President Prabowo Subianto stressed the importance of law enforcement. Prasetyo relayed the President's directive to prosecute all criminal acts that have caused fires, regardless of whether the perpetrators are individuals or corporations. "One of the President's key instructions, and one we all share, is that if criminal acts are found to have violated the law and caused fires, they must be prosecuted," Prasetyo stated. While the investigation into corporate involvement is underway in West Kalimantan, Prasetyo noted that no specific information regarding violations in Central Kalimantan was presented during the latest meeting. He directed inquiries about Central Kalimantan to the provincial police chief. This crackdown follows previous concerns over corporate responsibility for environmental damage. Data from December 15, 2025, indicated a significant number of casualties due to floods and landslides in Sumatra, with authorities naming 23 companies linked to the disaster.

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Four corporations are currently under investigation, according to the report we received.