Daftar Ormas Keagamaan yang Tolak Izin Tambang Jokowi

Summary

The Indonesian government's new policy allowing religious organizations to manage mining operations has faced significant opposition from several key groups. The Indonesian Church's Conference (KWI), Catholic Student Association (PMKRI), and the Protestant Batak Church (HKBP) have all rejected the idea, citing concerns over religious independence and potential risks. Despite this, PBNU has expressed interest in the proposal. Various organizations, including Muhammadiyah and the Indonesian Council of Churches (PGI), have opted for caution, preferring to focus on their religious duties rather than engaging in business ventures. The policy has sparked debate over its potential impacts and the role of religious organizations in commercial activities.

Takeaways

• 😀 The government introduced a new policy allowing religious organizations (ormas) to manage mining operations.
• 😀 The new policy has faced opposition from several religious organizations, which are rejecting mining permits.
• 😀 The Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU) is the only religious organization that has applied for a mining permit so far.
• 😀 The Indonesian Church Council (KWI) has firmly rejected involvement in mining permits offered by the government.
• 😀 Cardinal Ignatius Suharyo of Jakarta expressed KWI's stance, emphasizing that religious organizations should focus on spiritual services, not business operations.
• 😀 The Catholic Students Association of Indonesia (PMKRI) also rejects the mining permit, citing a lack of discussions with the government and concerns about independence.
• 😀 The Batak Protestant Christian Church (HKBP) also opposed the mining permits, urging the government to take strict action against irresponsible mining practices.
• 😀 The General Chair of the Indonesian Communion of Churches (PGI), Gomar Gultom, appreciates the president's intention but stated that PGI would not engage in mining operations.
• 😀 Religious organizations emphasize their limitations and the importance of focusing on spiritual guidance rather than business activities.
• 😀 Muhammadiyah's leadership, represented by Ibrahim, stated that they would carefully consider the pros and cons of the mining proposal before deciding whether to accept it.

Q & A

What is the new policy introduced by the Indonesian government regarding religious organizations?

The Indonesian government has introduced a policy allowing religious organizations (ormas keagamaan) to manage mining businesses.

Which religious organizations have expressed their opposition to the government's mining policy?

Several religious organizations have opposed the policy, including KWI (Catholic Bishops Conference of Indonesia), PMKRI (Indonesian Catholic Students Association), HKBP (Protestant Batak Christian Church), PGI (Indonesian Church Fellowship), and Muhammadiyah.

Has any religious organization accepted the government’s mining policy?

Yes, PBNU (Nahdlatul Ulama) is the only religious organization that has applied for mining permits under the new policy.

What reasons do religious organizations give for rejecting the government's mining policy?

Religious organizations argue that they should focus on their religious duties and services, rather than engaging in business ventures like mining, which could distract from their spiritual mission.

What was the position of KWI (Catholic Bishops Conference of Indonesia) on the policy?

KWI, represented by Cardinal Ignatius Haratmjo, rejected the mining policy, stating that the organization's role is to provide religious services and not to run businesses like mining.

What is PMKRI’s stance on the government’s offer to manage mining operations?

PMKRI, through its president Tri Natalia Urada, rejected the offer, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the organization’s independence and avoiding the risks associated with mining operations.

How did HKBP (Protestant Batak Christian Church) react to the policy?

HKBP firmly opposed the government's mining policy and called on the government to enforce laws regulating environmentally friendly mining practices.

What did PGI (Indonesian Church Fellowship) think of the government's proposal?

PGI appreciated President Jokowi's good intentions but made it clear that it would not participate in the policy, stating that religious organizations should focus on spiritual guidance rather than business ventures.

What was Muhammadiyah's position regarding the mining policy?

Muhammadiyah emphasized caution and stated that it would not hastily accept the government's offer. The organization plans to assess the benefits and risks before making a decision.

What is the primary concern of religious organizations regarding the mining policy?

The primary concern is that religious organizations could become distracted from their main mission of religious and spiritual guidance by becoming involved in business activities, especially in the controversial and risky field of mining.