THE ROLE OF AGRARIAN LAW IN RESOLVING LAND TENURE CONFLICTS BETWEEN CORPORATIONS AND INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES WITHIN STRATEGIC NATIONAL CONCESSION AREAS

Abstract

This study explores the land tenure conflicts between indigenous communities and corporations within strategic national concession areas in Indonesia, focusing on the legal challenges and the role of agrarian law in conflict resolution. The main issue arises from the lack of legal recognition for indigenous land rights, which leaves these communities vulnerable to displacement by corporate interests. The purpose of this research is to examine how agrarian law can be reformed to better protect indigenous land rights and resolve conflicts in a fair and sustainable manner. A library-based research method was employed, utilizing primary and secondary data from relevant legal texts, case studies, and scholarly literature. The findings reveal that while agrarian law provides a framework for land management, it fails to adequately address the complexities of indigenous land tenure systems. The study recommends legal reforms to formally recognize indigenous land claims, improve consultation processes with indigenous communities, and integrate alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. In conclusion, the research advocates for a more inclusive and equitable legal framework that balances corporate interests with the rights of indigenous peoples, ensuring justice and sustainable development within Indonesia’s national concession areas.