Attracting International Companies, These Are the 12 Largest Gold Mines in Indonesia

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

The gold mine in Central Kalimantan is located in Pujon Village, Central Kapuas District, Kapuas Regency.

This village has been a center of gold mining activity since the 1980s, with the majority of its population depending on the mining industry for their livelihood.

This activity involves not only legal but also illegal mining, which has given rise to various conflicts and social problems in the local community.

Although most residents appear to live comfortably, owning cars and motorcycles, the impacts of illegal mining often lead to environmental disasters and internal conflict.

The local government and relevant parties continue to strive to regulate and control mining activities to ensure they comply with existing regulations, while safeguarding the environment and the sustainability of the local economy.

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12. Bombana, Southeast Sulawesi

Bombana Regency, Southeast Sulawesi, is a gold-producing region that frequently attracts media attention.

However, news coverage of gold mining in Bombana often reflects serious challenges, particularly related to illegal mining activities and frequent accidents experienced by artisanal miners.

Gold mines in Bombana are spread across several districts, including Rarowatu and North Rarowatu.

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