PANGKALPINANG -- PT TIMAH (Persero) Tbk continues to strengthen its collaboration with the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) to support the sustainability of the tin mining industry.
This commitment was highlighted during a visit by the Commander of Regional Military Command II/Sriwijaya (Pangdam II/Sriwijaya), Major General Ujang Darwis, to Griya Timah on Wednesday (November 11, 2026). The Commander and his delegation were welcomed by PT TIMAH's Director of Operations, Handy Geniardi, along with the company's management team.
During the meeting, both parties discussed developments in the tin industry, the company's operational performance, oversight of mining activities, and the importance of interagency coordination in safeguarding Indonesia's national tin resources.
PT TIMAH's Director of Operations, Handy Geniardi, emphasized that support from the TNI, the Indonesian National Police (Polri), and local governments plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth company operations. Through collaboration among various stakeholders, the company remains optimistic about achieving its production targets by the end of 2026.
"We are grateful for the support of the TNI, Polri, and local governments, which has contributed to our positive production performance so far. With conditions remaining relatively stable and conducive, we are optimistic that we can achieve our production targets by the end of the year," Handy said.
Meanwhile, Major General Ujang Darwis, Commander of Regional Military Command II/Sriwijaya, expressed his appreciation for PT TIMAH's role as one of Indonesia's strategic national industries, making significant contributions to both regional and national economies.
He noted that PT TIMAH has received particular attention in various presidential directives due to its strategic role in managing Indonesia's natural resources.
"We are pleased and proud that PT TIMAH is an important part of our region. The company reflects the state's presence in managing natural resources for the benefit of the people," he said.
He reaffirmed the TNI's readiness to support security coordination and oversight within the scope of its duties and authority, including through Regional Military Command II/Sriwijaya and its subordinate Military Resort Commands (Korem).
"We will continue coordinating with task forces and regional units. If there are matters that need improvement, we are ready to discuss them and provide support to ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with applicable regulations," he stated.
Ujang Darwis also emphasized that natural resource management must deliver the greatest possible benefits to the nation and its people. Therefore, collaboration among the company, local governments, and security authorities is essential to creating an orderly and conducive mining environment. (*)
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