Community Collaboration Becomes a Successful Strategy for Mining Companies

Collaborating with the community is a successful strategy for PT Position, a subsidiary of PT Harum Energy Tbk. This nickel mining company involves local residents in its business activities and economic empowerment programs.

Located in East Halmahera, North Maluku, PT Position strives to build shared values ​​with the communities surrounding its operational area. Its programs are based on needs, collaboration, and sustainability.

The company has implemented various collaborative activities. The classic mining problem of frequent conflicts with local communities has been significantly reduced.

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PT Position trains residents to use heavy equipment to support mining activities. They also empower the village economy through sago management.

Environmental restoration is also a priority. The company, along with the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), plants mangroves to maintain a sustainable coastal ecosystem.

This strategy was praised by Musadir Ishak, Chairman of the Red and White Solidarity Youth Regional Leadership Council (DPD). He stated that PT Position differs from other mining companies.

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"Of the many mining companies in East Halmahera, only PT Position cares about the community through its Community Empowerment Program," he said.

Musadir emphasized that the presence of mining companies should not only require legal permits, but also gain the community's social trust. Through training programs, economic empowerment, and environmental restoration, this collaboration is expected to empower the community in a sustainable manner.

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