MINING
Conflicting Claims in Tanah Kawei

Two companies fight over a nickel mining area in Raja Ampat, West Papua. A complex issue because it involves government officials and the adat people.

August 31, 2011

NICKEL is disturbing the peace of Kawei Island. The temperature on the island in Raja Ampat regency, West Papua, is heating up. It was started by claims by PT Anugerah Surya Indotama and PT Kawei Sejahtera Mining both of whom insist that they are the rightful owners of mining control. The situation is grave because both are taking advantage of the support of the indigenous people who live by following their customs and traditions under the leader

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