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Indonesia needs over Rp10,300 T for infrastructure by 2029 to hit 8% growth target
Indonesia requires Rp10,303 trillion (US$617 million) in investment to finance national infrastructure projects through 2029 to support its ambition of achieving 8 percent economic growth, according to the Coordinating Ministry for Infrastructure and Regional Development.
Finance ministry affirms ban on copper concentrate exports starting 2025
The Ministry of Finance has confirmed that it will not relax the policy that bans exports of copper concentrate this year. This decision is in line with the policies of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) and the Ministry of Trade, which have banned the export of copper concentrate as of January 1, 2025.
Indonesia prepares new reforms to attract global investment for climate action
Indonesia is gearing up to accelerate foreign investment in emissions-reduction projects through a new set of policy reforms designed to unlock private capital and support its energy-transition goals.
UAE–Indonesia economic ties strengthen with investments exceeding US$14 B
The United Arab Emirates has invested more than US$14 billion (Rp233 trillion) in Indonesia, while bilateral trade has risen 20 percent year-on-year to US$5.5 billion (Rp91.5 trillion) and development cooperation between both nations also amounts to US$260 million, underscoring deepening strategic ties.
Indonesia’s social security fund eyes AI infrastructure investments abroad
Indonesia’s social security agency BPJS Ketenagakerjaan plans to invest in companies supporting the global artificial intelligence industry ‒ such as data centers, power suppliers, and cable firms ‒ if it secures government approval to deploy funds overseas, a senior agency official told Reuters.
Indonesia concludes COP30 Pavillion with 2.75 MT of carbon investment interest
Indonesia officially closed its COP30 Pavilion in Belém, Brazil, on Friday, November 21, 2025 marking the end of a two-week showcase of the country’s climate actions and carbon governance progress.
Indonesia's LCEV investment hits Rp22.37T; EV production expected to surge in 2026
The Ministry of Industry reported that total investment in Indonesia’s low carbon emission vehicle (LCEV) sector has reached Rp22.37 trillion (US$1.3 billion) since 2022 until September 2025 and produced some 878,000 LCEV units, with the support of some 274,000 local automotive component manufacturers.
Australian firms increase investment in Indonesia following strengthened Canberra ties
At least five Australian companies have committed to invest in Indonesia, marking a new phase of economic cooperation between the two neighboring countries, Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani announced on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 during President Prabowo Subianto’s visit to Australia.
Indonesia to prioritize foreign investors offering technology transfer: Finance Minister
Minister of Finance Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has announced that the Indonesian government will give priority to foreign investors who are willing to transfer technology or create meaningful spillover effects for domestic economy.
Inside Rockefeller Foundation’s Asia Strategy: Learning from Local Leadership in Indonesia
When Deepali Khanna speaks about development, she doesn’t begin with figures or frameworks − she starts with people and technology. “I came from a poor farmer’s family,” she says. “Suddenly the rains came when the wheat was ready to be harvested. My father couldn't harvest it. It was such a helpless situation. If only he had the tools to know”.
Nusantara Capital authority secures Rp225 trillion in investments
The Nusantara Capital (IKN) Authority has announced a significant financial milestone, marking one year under President Prabowo Subianto’s administration, confirming that the development of Indonesia’s new capital is now supported by a strong and increasingly independent financial foundationand no longer reliant solely on state funding.
Jacoweek 2025: A landmark of brewing passion, Indonesia’s rising coffee industry
The Jakarta Coffee Week (Jacoweek), the largest coffee festival in Indonesia, is back. The annually held festival − this year marks its 10th anniversary − is a testament of the growing importance of Indonesia’s coffee industry in strengthening the people’s economy and promoting creative industry growth.