IDIndonesian officials, including head of the Presidential Staff Office Dudung Abdurachman, emphasized the need for an integrated rare earth elements ecosystem to enhance national resilience and economic competitiveness. He highlighted that rare earth elements should be seen as part of the national industrial value chain rather than just a mining activity. The focus is on controlling the supply chain to improve global competitiveness, economic resilience, and national defense. While Indonesia holds significant reserves of rare earth oxides, current efforts have not maximized their added value due to challenges such as limited refining technology, inadequate regulations, and weak supply-chain management. The goal is to develop a domestic industrial ecosystem that produces high-value products, boosts technological capabilities, and creates quality jobs.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced discussion of Indonesia's strategic goals regarding rare earth elements without overtly favoring any particular political ideology. It focuses on the government's call for integrated ecosystems and outlines both opportunities and challenges without taking a clear left
