LAND LAW REFORM IN INDONESIA: WHAT AND HOW?

Abstract

Land law reform in Indonesia is an important part of efforts to reform the legal system that aims to create legal certainty, justice, and social welfare for all levels of society. So far, the land system in Indonesia has been marked by various problems, such as overlapping regulations, land conflicts, and injustice in the distribution of land rights. Land law reform includes improving regulations, restructuring land management, and granting land rights that are fairer and more equitable. This involves various steps, including restructuring the status and distribution of land, simplifying land administration procedures, and strengthening the protection of community rights, especially for indigenous peoples and small farmers. In addition, strengthening land management institutions and resolving disputes more transparently are also part of this reform. However, although reform steps have been taken, the implementation of this policy still faces various challenges, such as resistance from certain parties, overlapping policies between the central and regional governments, and gaps in understanding and implementation at the community level. Therefore, synergy is needed between the government, the community, and various stakeholders to realize effective and sustainable land law reform. Thus, land law reform in Indonesia is expected to create a more transparent, fair and efficient land system, as well as support inclusive and sustainable economic and social development.