Despite the controversy, the gold mine in Central Aceh remains a significant economic asset for the region.
The potential of the natural resources here, particularly gold, makes a significant contribution to the local and national economy. PT Linge Mineral Resources' sound management of the sustainability and social impact of its operations is key to ensuring that the benefits of this mine are widely felt by the local community.
9. Pohuwato, Gorontalo
In Pohuwato Regency, Gorontalo Province, lies the Pani Gold Project, a gold mine development project.
This project is projected to be the largest primary gold mine in Indonesia. According to information from the Merdeka Copper Gold website, the Pani Gold Project has an estimated mineral resource potential of 6.6 million ounces of gold.
This mine is located in Hulawa Village, Buntulia, Pohuwato, Gorontalo.
The Pani Gold Project is planned to begin gold production in late 2025, with a total investment estimated at IDR 10 trillion.
This project is expected to significantly contribute to the local economy in Gorontalo, creating new jobs and increasing regional revenue through taxes and mining royalties.
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10. North Minahasa, North Sulawesi
The Toka Tindung gold mine is located in North Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi.
As one of the largest gold mining operations in Southeast Asia, Toka Tindung operates approximately 35 km northeast of Manado.
The mine is operated by PT Archi Indonesia Tbk through its subsidiaries, PT Meares Soputan Mining (MSM) and PT Tambang Tondano Nusajaya (TTN).
PT Archi Indonesia Tbk holds a Contract of Work (CoW) for a 40,000-hectare mining concession in North Sulawesi, which includes the Toka Tindung Mine.
This mine has been operating to exploit the potential of pure gold mineral resources and has made significant contributions to national gold production and regional economic development.
11. Kapuas, Central Kalimantan