ASIATODAY.ID, JAKARTA — Allegations of irregularities in PT Freeport Indonesia’s tax reports surfaced during a hearing with Commission VI of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR).
Several lawmakers criticized the mining giant’s financial disclosures for lacking transparency and potentially misleading the public—especially regarding corporate income tax components and the company’s fiscal contributions to the state.
Commission VI member Rizal Bawazier was among the most vocal critics, stating that the company’s official reports still mix various tax categories that are not directly related to corporate income tax obligations.
“Freeport’s report does not specify corporate income tax. This raises major questions about the accuracy of its contribution to the state,” Rizal said during the hearing at the Nusantara I Building, Senayan, on Monday, November 24, 2025.
Rizal also highlighted the absence of 2024 corporate tax realization data and 2025 projections, which he said prevents DPR from accurately assessing Freeport’s true fiscal contribution.
He urged the company to submit complete, verifiable written data to Commission VI.
Calls for Full Transparency and Comprehensive Audit
Given the inconsistencies in Freeport’s financial disclosures, Commission VI stated that it is prepared to request a deeper audit—a forensic audit if needed.
Rizal warned that unclear or incomplete data opens the door to potential manipulation or deliberate misreporting.
He also revisited discussions on the possibility of the state taking full ownership of PT Freeport Indonesia, noting that such major decisions must be grounded in accurate and fully transparent data.
“If the data is still murky, how can we talk about state contributions or even a possible takeover? Freeport must open all its data,” he asserted.
Andre Rosiade: Prabowo Administration Will Not Tolerate Resource Leakage
During the same session, Commission VI Deputy Chair Andre Rosiade emphasized that President Prabowo Subianto’s administration will not tolerate any leakage of natural resources, including possible manipulation of tax figures by major corporations.
“From the beginning, President Prabowo has been clear: no leakage of natural resources, and Indonesia must stand on its own feet,” Andre said.
He added that the government is awaiting the results of technical studies, exploration findings, and engineering designs (DED) before deciding on the extension of Freeport’s operations as the 2041 license deadline approaches.
Andre stressed that the government will not grant any “free concessions” to Freeport-McMoRan.
Commission VI Tightens Oversight of Strategic Natural Resources
Andre also highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to clean up the natural resource sector, including the seizure of oil palm estates operating without valid land-use permits (HGU) and actions against groups backing illegal mining operations.
These measures, he said, are part of the constitutional mandate under Article 33 of the 1945 Constitution, which requires the state to control natural resources for the greatest benefit of the people.
“Many powerful groups have been disciplined. The government is serious about preventing leakage and misuse of our natural resources,” he stated.
DPR: Freeport’s Data Must Be Accurate Ahead of 2041 License Review
Commission VI emphasized that complete and accurate data from PT Freeport Indonesia is non-negotiable for all future discussions—whether related to fiscal contributions, operational evaluation, or the nation’s stake in the company.
With growing suspicions over inconsistent tax reporting, DPR will tighten oversight to ensure no manipulation undermines the interests of the Indonesian state. (AT Network)
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