Reform Policy of Mineral and Coal Mining Management in the Era of Regional Autonomy

Abstract

This article discusses the reform policy of mineral and coal mining management took place in the era of regional autonomy. This evaluation is necessary to be conducted since there is a tendency of mineral and coal mining management  in the era of regional autonomy mainly by local governments now has an impact on the environment malfunctions and conflicts in society. As the result, it can be seen that (policy) normative management of mineral and coal mining in the era of regional autonomy is better to be compared with the previous period. However, they encountered problems related to the perspective and orientation towards  the implementation of regional autonomy that is more focused on the matter  of their existing local government authority and revenue to be earned income,  so mining is happening very exploitative. Therefore, in order make it better,  the perspectives need to be balanced with a policy on public participation, transparency of activities, as well as public accountability (especially at the local level) to the public.

Keywords: Mineral and Coal Mining, Policy Reformation, Regional Autonomy