Indonesia Seizes 85,000 Hectares of Sugarcane Land from Sugar Group Companies for Military Use
DEFENSE
Indonesia has seized 85,000 hectares of land from Sugar Group Companies, asserting government ownership and returning it to the Defence Ministry for military use. This move, part of a broader initiative to reclaim illegal plantations, has raised concerns over palm oil supply and global prices, as Indonesia is the world's largest producer of palm oil. The Air Force plans to convert the area into a military training facility, following historical audits confirming the land's ownership.

Jan 23, 2026, 6:22 AM