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Government Revokes 28 Permits Amid Environmental Concerns

2/16/2026

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The government revoked permits for 28 companies, including the US$1.67 billion Batang Toru hydropower project, over forest damage allegations tied to deadly floods and landslides in Sumatra.
The revocation followed an audit by the Forest Area Regulation Task Force.
President Prabowo Subianto announced the decision.
Environmental groups broadly praised the move.
They raised concerns about transparency after regulators were not fully informed.

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The government revoked permits for 28 companies, including the US$1.67 billion Batang Toru hydropower project, over forest damage allegations tied to deadly floods and landslides in Sumatra.
The revocation followed an audit by the Forest Area Regulation Task Force.
President Prabowo Subianto announced the decision.
Environmental groups broadly praised the move.
They raised concerns about transparency after regulators were not fully informed.