APNI Chairman Delivers Opening Remarks at the Indonesia Critical Minerals Conference & Expo 2026

Published: Jun 3, 2026 17:31

Nanan Soekarna, Chairman of the Indonesia Nickel Miners Association (APNI), stated in his remarks that the Indonesia Critical Minerals Conference & Expo 2026 achieved the largest attendance ever, showcasing the global industry's full confidence in Indonesia's mineral industry, cross-border cooperation models, and Indonesia's sustainable mining development strategy.

He noted that the core of critical minerals industry development has shifted from mere competition over resources and capacity to sustainable value transformation of natural resources, balancing economic, social, and environmental benefits. Indonesia's commitment to downstream industry chain extension aims to enhance industrial added value and establish an international industry brand and build global market credibility.

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