DPR RI Supports 13 Inter-Mineral Processing Projects, Promotes Economy and Jobs
JAKARTA - The Government's commitment to accelerating economic sovereignty through downstreaming has received full support from parliament. The inauguration of 13 National Downstream Projects Phase II by President Prabowo Subianto is considered as concrete evidence of the strategic role of Danantara Indonesia in creating added value and expanding employment.
Chairman of Commission XI of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Mukhamad Misbakhun, emphasized that these projects are a symbol of the government's seriousness in managing natural resources independently.
"The very strong message conveyed by the President is that this downstream provides added value to Indonesian natural products, whether minerals, agriculture, or other sectors," said Misbakhun at the groundbreaking ceremony in Jakarta (29/4/2026).
Mature Strategy for National Economic Growth
In line with Misbakhun, the Chairman of Commission VI of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Anggia Ermarini, saw this step as a major leap that was first carried out in Indonesia. He emphasized the importance of precise execution so that the direct economic impact is felt by the community.
"Our people have high hopes for the success of this downstream project, especially for economic growth and increasing massive labor absorption," said Anggia.
Realizing Economic Independence and Human Capital Sovereignty
Support also came from the employment sector. The Chairman of the Federation of State-Owned Enterprises Workers, Arief Poyuono, assessed that Danantara's move was in line with President Prabowo's big vision to stop the export of raw materials.
"Until now we have sold raw materials, it is the same as selling our economic growth to other countries," said Arief.
He added, the success of downstream requires three main pillars:
Large Investment: Accumulating financing through strong institutions such as Danantara. Technology & STEM: Mastery of technology and strengthening of science and engineering-based human resources. Fiscal Sovereignty: Make downstreaming a savings for future generations.Danantara Indonesia: Strategic Investment Accelerator
The Minister of Investment and Industrialization and CEO of Danantara Indonesia, Rosan Roeslani, reported that all the construction of 13 phase II projects was running according to plan. The focus of these projects includes the mineral, energy, and plantation sectors to strengthen the national industrial structure.
"Integrated financing support through Danantara has accelerated the realization of projects and attracted follow-up investments. We ensure that the execution runs optimally to provide long-term economic impact," concluded Rosan.