SMM Analysis: Indonesian Copper Concentrate Export Ban Debate Heats Up Amid Domestic Processing Expansion

Published: Feb 20, 2025 19:06

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[SMM Analysis: Can Indonesian Copper Concentrates Be Exported?] Since 2010, Indonesia has repeatedly stirred up discussions on resource export bans to develop its domestic processing industry, aiming to boost employment rates and economic growth. Starting two years ago, the topic of banning Indonesian copper concentrate exports has been widely debated, and the country has expanded one smelter and constructed two new smelters to ensure the self-sufficiency of its mineral resources.

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