Jakarta (ANTARA News) - Indonesia`s publicly listed coal miner, Adaro Energy Tbk, has announced its corporate social responsibility (CSR) program with a total worth of Rp1.1 trillion (US$1 = Rp14,390) by focusing on community empowerment to help Indonesians survive the era of disruption.
The CSR program was launched by Adaro Energy`s President Director Garibaldi "Boy" Thohir, along with representatives of four foundations run by founders of the company, at a ceremony marking the 10th anniversary of the coal miner`s initial public offering here on Monday evening.
Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati witnessed the launching of the "Adaro`s Torch of Knowledge" CSR program at the ceremony attended by business community members, influential journalists, and the University of Indonesia`s top management expert Renald Kasali.
"We remain committed to empower community members through education, because we do believe that education is a determining factor to enable Indonesia to become a developed nation," Thohir remarked.
Education plays a very strategic role in building a strong and well-developed nation, because a great success in cementing the basic foundations of good education, including character education, will enable the country to have excellent human resources.
"Having good human resources is a valuable asset for building our nation. We do it for a brighter Indonesia," he noted, adding that the presence of well-educated and skilled Indonesians is important to make them survive the era of disruption.
Meanwhile, in her speech, Indrawati praised Adaro Energy, saying that the coal miner was not just able to survive the impacts of the era of disruption but was also a good tax payer.
In caring for the nation, the company has proven its commitment because it not only takes from the motherland but also returns a part of what it has gained to the motherland.
Adaro started its journey from coal blocks in South Kalimantan Province until it becomes a big energy company. It currently has eight pillars, namely mining, water, services, capital, land, power, logistics, and foundation.
In connection with its CSR programs, this company`s official website revealed that it would provide scholarships and mobile libraries.
Reporter: Rahmad Nasution
Editor: Bustanuddin
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