Freeport Continues to Collaborate and Support Development in Mimika Regency

25 March 2025

Nabire, March 26, 2025 – PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI) will continue to collaborate with the Mimika Regency government and contribute to development through various social investment programs. This was conveyed by PTFI Director & EVP of Sustainable Development Claus Wamafma shortly after attending the inauguration of Mimika Regent Johannes Rettob and Deputy Regent Emanuel Kemong at the Central Papua Provincial Governor's Office in Nabire on Tuesday (3/25).

"PTFI will continue to work with and support the government, supporting development through various corporate social responsibility programs that focus on community development in education, health, economy, and infrastructure," said Claus.

He said that this inauguration was certainly welcomed by the community and all government stakeholders, including PTFI. "PTFI is present here, will continue to maintain communication, friendship, and also the good cooperation that has been established so far with the Mimika Regency Government, Puncak Regency Government, and Central Papua Provincial Government," said Claus.

Meanwhile, Central Papua Governor Meki Nawipa gave a special message to Mimika Regent Johannes Rettob and Deputy Regent Emanuel Kemong to embrace all groups. "Build good communication, embrace all political opponents, protect our region, our mountains. Through Special Autonomy, the state has given us the privilege to develop our land properly. Let's make history in this period; the Central Papua region must rise and 'fly,'" said Meki Nawipa in his speech.

The inauguration ceremony was also attended by local officials, community leaders, and representatives from various governmental and security organizations. "On behalf of the Management and the extended family of Freeport Indonesia employees, we congratulate Mimika Regent Johannes Rettob together with Deputy Regent Emanuel Kemong on their appointment," concluded Claus.

PHOTO DESCRIPTION

Johannes Rettob -- Emanuel Kemong, Regent and Deputy Regent of Mimika, together with Elvis Tabuni -- Naftali Akawai as Regent and Deputy Regent of Puncak, before the inauguration began, at the Central Papua Governor's Office, Nabire, Wednesday (3/25).

The inauguration ceremony of the Regent -- Deputy Regent of Mimika Regency and Puncak Regency at the Central Papua Governor's Office, Nabire.

PTFI Director & EVP of Sustainable Development Claus Wamafma conveying congratulations to Mimika Regent Johannes Rettob and Deputy Regent Emanuel Kemong at the Central Papua Governor's Office, Nabire.

Central Papua Governor Meki Nawipa leading the Inauguration of the Regent and Deputy Regent of Mimika Regency and Puncak Regency, in the Ballroom of the Governor's Office in Nabire.

About PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI)

PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI) is a mineral mining company affiliated with Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) and Mining Industry Indonesia (MIND ID). PTFI mines and processes ore to produce copper minerals, which contain gold and silver.

PTFI markets concentrate throughout the world, and especially to domestic copper smelters, PT Smelting. PTFI's mining operations are located in the Grasberg mineral area, Papua -- Indonesia. Currently, PTFI operates the largest underground block caving mine in the world. In carrying out its operations, PTFI prioritizes responsible business practices.

 

Contact Information

Katri Krisnati 
Vice President, 
Corporate Communications 
PT Freeport Indonesia 
0811 173947 
kkrisnat@fmi.com

Desy Saputra 
External Communication Manager 
Corporate Communications 
PT Freeport Indonesia 
0812 84817710 
rsaputra24@fmi.com

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