Merauke, SAWIT INDONESIA - PT Bio Inti Agrindo (PT BIA), in collaboration with the Natural Resources Conservation Center (BBKSDA) of Papua and the Merauke Regional Government, successfully held the 3rd Public Consultation for the Environmental Conservation and Community Development Program (ECCDP) at the Swissbel Hotel in Merauke. The project focuses on the Lake Bian Wildlife Reserve (Bian Project).
The event aimed to strengthen the joint commitment to preserving the nature reserve area and promote sustainable community development in Merauke. The public consultation was attended by various stakeholders, including the Regional Government, BBKSDA, DLHKP, BKKBN, local NGOs, academics from Musamus University and Cendrawasih University, nearby palm oil companies, local communities, suppliers, buyers, village-owned enterprises (BUMK) administrators, and the board of directors and staff of PT BIA, totaling 95 participants.
The Merauke Regional Government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting this strategic partnership program. Ir. Justina Sianturi, M.Si, representing the Regent of Merauke, stated in her speech, “PT BIA has actively contributed to the sustainable development of Merauke Regency.”
In his remarks, the President Director of PT BIA, Mr. Kim Won Il, emphasized that the collaboration among various parties aims to ensure that the natural beauty, biodiversity, and culture can be enjoyed by future generations. The company also promotes economic independence through economic assistance to surrounding villages. He expressed hope for good cooperation between the government, the community, and the private sector.
Mr. Yulius Palita, S.Hut.T, representing the Head of BBKSDA Papua, stated that the community is no longer an object but a subject of development. This means that the active participation of the community in sustainable management of the conservation area is one of the keys to successful area management.
