Makassar, 6 February 2026 – PT Masmindo Dwi Area (MDA) attended the Working Visit invitation of Committee II of the Regional Representative Council of the Republic of Indonesia (DPD RI), held at the DPD RI Representative Office of South Sulawesi Province. The activity was conducted as part of a regional dialogue and advocacy effort concerning policy preparations for risk prevention and regional protection during the pre-mining stage.

The working visit served as a forum for dialogue between Committee II of the DPD RI, regional governments, business actors, and other stakeholders to ensure that strategic investment activities can proceed in a measured manner, aligned with regional conditions and characteristics, while continuing to prioritize the interests of the community and the environment.

The forum was also attended by representatives of the Luwu Regency Government, the South Sulawesi Regional Police, the Luwu Resort Police, the Ministry of Environment, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning, village heads, as well as several community leaders from MDA’s operational area. During the session, Committee II of the DPD RI expressed its understanding of the challenges faced by the region, particularly areas with fragmented geographical conditions and disaster-prone vulnerabilities.

Therefore, the acceleration of investment is considered necessary to be accompanied by strengthened risk mitigation from the planning stage, so that potential issues can be anticipated early and do not hinder development in the future.

The Chair of Committee II of the DPD RI, A.A. Waris Halid, stated that the working visit was part of the DPD RI’s advocacy function to promote a conducive investment climate while ensuring the protection of regional and community interests.

“We encourage investment processes to run smoothly while maintaining strong attention to risk mitigation, environmental protection, and the social interests of the community. Early-stage dialogue is essential to ensure that all parties share the same understanding,” he said.

In response, Erlangga Gaffar, representing the management of PT Masmindo Dwi Area, expressed appreciation for the attention and support of Committee II of the DPD RI. He emphasized that MDA’s participation in the activity reflects the company’s commitment to continuously fostering open dialogue and collaboration with all stakeholders.

“MDA highly appreciates and respects the role of the DPD RI in safeguarding regional interests. For us, investment is a long-term process that must align with applicable regulations while taking into account the needs and aspirations of stakeholders. An early mitigation approach is a key element in ensuring the sustainability of our operations,” he explained.

During the discussion, Committee II of the DPD RI also highlighted the importance of cross-ministerial coordination, collaboration with regional governments, and engagement with business actors to anticipate various strategic issues, including spatial planning, environmental management, social matters, and local employment. This approach is expected to maintain investment continuity while maximizing benefits for the region.