Minister Nusron Urges Central Java Leaders to Accelerate Land Certification and Spatial Planning for Legal Certainty and Investment Growth
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Minister Nusron Urges Central Java Leaders to Accelerate Land Certification and Spatial Planning for Legal Certainty and Investment Growth. |
Semarang – The Indonesian government continues to push for stronger legal certainty in land management as a key strategy to boost economic growth and ensure balanced development. One of the main steps in this effort is speeding up land certification and the preparation of Detailed Spatial Plans (RDTR), especially in strategic areas like Central Java.
Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN), Nusron Wahid, encouraged all regional leaders in Central Java to strengthen collaboration with the central government to make these two priorities a reality. During a dialogue held at the Central Java Governor’s Office on Thursday (April 17, 2025), Minister Nusron emphasized the importance of joint efforts.
“If we don’t certify these lands soon, the risk of conflict will rise. Right now, around 19% of the 2.2 million hectares in Central Java remain unmapped and uncertified,” said Minister Nusron.
Why Land Certification Matters
Land certification isn’t just about legal documents. It gives landowners a sense of security and opens up new opportunities for local economic development. Certified land holds clear legal status and can be used for productive purposes like applying for loans, developing businesses, and attracting investors.
On the flip side, land without legal clarity is vulnerable to disputes and overlapping claims. Over time, this can slow down development and discourage potential investors.
“Legal certainty is crucial. Investors always check land status and spatial plans before putting in money. That’s why we need to speed up RDTR too,” the Minister added.
RDTR: A Roadmap for Sustainable Development
In addition to land certification, Minister Nusron stressed the importance of RDTR as a practical tool for well-planned, sustainable development. Of the 322 RDTRs needed in Central Java, only 60 have been completed so far—meaning there’s still a long way to go.
An RDTR works like a roadmap for how land will be used in the future. It clearly outlines zones for industry, housing, agriculture, conservation, and more. This clarity helps avoid land use conflicts and balances development with environmental protection.
However, Minister Nusron also reminded everyone not to overlook a vital issue: food security. He warned against allowing RDTRs to convert productive farmland—especially land categorized as Sustainable Food Agricultural Land (LP2B)—into industrial or residential areas.
“Development is good. Investment is important. But we can’t sacrifice rice fields for factories. Food security must stay a top priority,” he stated.
Securing Regional Assets with Land Titles
To support better asset management, the Minister also handed over land certificates for government-owned properties in Central Java. This included 31 certificates for assets belonging to the Provincial Government and 443 for assets owned by cities and regencies.
This move is part of a broader push for better land governance—making it easier for governments to manage, protect, and utilize their assets effectively for public benefit.
Several high-level officials joined the event, including Acting Director General of Spatial Planning at ATR/BPN, Reny Windyawati; ATR/BPN’s Head of Public Relations, Harison Mocodompis; and the Head of the BPN Regional Office in Central Java, Lampri. Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi also attended, along with mayors and regents from across the province.
Minister Nusron wrapped up the event by calling for unity:
“If the central and local governments can move in sync, we can complete these land certifications and RDTRs faster. And when that happens, the public benefits directly—safe land ownership, clear planning, and more investment coming in.”