Indonesian investment powerhouse Danantara is set to allocate 20 percent of its total capital for overseas ventures as part of its long-term strategy to grow into a global business player and the remaining 80 percent for strategic domestic projects, with a strong emphasis on national priority sectors.

“Danantara’s initial investment focus is, of course, in Indonesia,” Rosan P. Roeslani, CEO of Danantara, said while addressing the Entrepreneurial Leadership in Action: Steering Indonesia's Investment and Industrial Renaissance, held at Paramadina University in Jakarta on Friday, June 13, 2025.

Rosan, who is also Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry/Head of the Invesment Coordinating Board (BKPM), highlighted that Indonesia remains the primary investment destination due to its vast development potential and critical infrastructure needs − factors essential for reaching the country’s ambitious 8 percent economic growth target. However, he also emphasized that international investments are vital to strengthening Danantara’s global presence and boosting long-term corporate value.

Backed by capital totaling US$7 billion (Rp114.2 trillion), sourced from dividends, Danantara has the ability to leverage its funds up to five times, enabling an investment capacity of US$35 billion annually. Over a five-year span, this could generate up to US$175 billion in potential investment, significantly contributing to job creation.

“If we’re talking five years, that’s US$35 billion multiplied by five − so US$175 billion every five years that I can use to invest. Again, to create more jobs,” Rosan said.

He stressed that investment is a cornerstone of economic growth, playing a pivotal role in energizing the real sector, expanding employment opportunities, and driving sustainable, inclusive prosperity.

“Investment is very important. It’s one of the key drivers of the economy, job creation, and beyond,” he said.