Regional Regulation on Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility (TJSL) Should Not Scare Investors, Apindo Pasuruan Calls for Management Mechanism and CSR Types
Tuesday, 11 March 2025
PASURUAN – The Draft Regional Regulation on Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility (Raperda TJSL) for businesses and companies has received a positive response from the business community.
The Indonesian Employers' Association (APINDO) of Pasuruan Regency welcomes the draft regulation while hoping that its implementation does not create a negative image of Pasuruan Regency in the eyes of both foreign and local investors.
"It should be noted that companies in Pasuruan have already been fulfilling their CSR obligations. In principle, APINDO supports the regulation of CSR," said the Chairman of APINDO Pasuruan, Nurul Huda, on Tuesday (March 11, 2025).
However, Nurul hopes that the regulation does not create the impression that Pasuruan is unfriendly to investors. He emphasized that Pasuruan should remain a welcoming and comfortable place for investment.
"In essence, we agree with the regulation of corporate CSR. However, we urge that it does not backfire on Pasuruan due to the presence of punishments in the Raperda TJSL," he added.
According to him, punishments should not be interpreted as a threat to businesses, which could discourage them from investing in Pasuruan.
Therefore, a balance is needed, namely, the protection of businesses by providing legal certainty. This must also be ensured by the government. In other words, there should be synergy between businesses and the government.
Nurul also conveyed the expectations of business owners that the Pasuruan Regency Government should step in when issues arise, particularly when disturbances from certain parties affect business operations.
"As for CSR, its concept must also be clearly defined—who will manage it, who will oversee it, and whether CSR is limited to material contributions or if non-material contributions also qualify as CSR," he continued.
He pointed out that in many companies, businesses provide opportunities for local communities by facilitating parking areas, allowing them to trade in temporary markets, and similar initiatives.
"I believe that non-material CSR is actually more sustainable, meaning it is ongoing and can boost the economy of communities around the company since they can continue to earn profits," he explained.
Additionally, he also questioned whether CSR contributions should be standardized for all companies or vary. If they differ, what criteria should be used to determine the amount for each company?
Source: surabaya.tribunnews.com
