Strengthening the capacity of indigenous communities in managing and registering customary land.

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Minister AHY: This is all about Justice and Protection of Indigenous Peoples Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/Head of the National Land Agency (ATR/BPN),

Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY). Officially opened the International Meeting on Best Practices of Ulayat Land Registration in Indonesia and ASEAN Countries at The Trans Luxury Hotel, gBandung, Thursday (05/09/2024).

This international conference was held to discuss the protection of Indigenous Law Communities over customary land in Indonesia and in ASEAN countries.

“This is all about justice and protection of indigenous peoples. For our indigenous peoples, land is the embodiment of the essence of life itself.

“Land is their spirit, their identity, the guardian of their history, and the foundation of their future,” said Minister AHY in his speech.

According to Minister AHY, the presence of delegations from both within and outside the country is proof of their shared commitment to fostering cooperation.

Exchange best practices, and build stronger relationships especially within the ASEAN community.

He invited various parties present. To engage in deeper conversations about registering customary or ulayat land as part of core identity, heritage and shared responsibility.

“When we talk about customary land, we are not just discussing property rights.

“We are also calling for the essence of cultural life that has developed over centuries, woven into the fabric of their ancestral heritage and long existence,” continued Minister AHY.

Minister AHY said that ulayat land is a manifestation of communal ownership that reflects deep relationships.

Between indigenous peoples and their environment. “This relationship is not only physical but also spiritual, cultural and social which protects and nurtures them,” he explained.

To protect and maintain customary land, a common platform is needed.

This conference is a forum for sharing information. Seek input, increase understanding and knowledge regarding the implementation of customary land registration for customary law communities, especially in.

Indonesia and ASEAN countries. This was conveyed by the Director General of Determination of Land Rights and Registration (Dirjen PHPT), Asnaedi.

“This activity is expected to create harmonization of customary land registration policies at the ASEAN level.

Strengthening the capacity of indigenous communities in managing and registering customary land, as well as creating a climate of diverse knowledge and experience between ASEAN countries.

“To strengthen the protection of customary land rights of Indigenous Peoples,” said Asnaedi.

For your information, this activity which will take place on 4-7 September 2024 consists of a series of activities. Starting from welcoming representatives of the Customary Law Community.

Signing the ulayat land inscription, handing over the Certificate of Management Rights (HPL).

(Trisno)

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