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Selasa, 12 November 2024

Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry/Head of BKPM Highlights Indonesia’s Commitment to Sustainable Investment at USINDO Meeting

Washington D.C., November 12, 2024 – President of the Republic of Indonesia (RI), Prabowo Subianto, accompanied by Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry/Head of the Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) Rosan Perkasa Roeslani, attended an exclusive meeting with corporate members of USINDO (The United States-Indonesia Society) in Washington D.C., United States, on the evening of November 11. This meeting, held on the second day of President Prabowo’s state visit to the United States, focused on strengthening cooperation in the fields of economy, investment, education, and defense between Indonesia and the United States.

During the meeting, President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the importance of support from American companies in fostering Indonesia's economic growth. He presented his administration's priorities, which focus on sustainable economic development, food security, and investments in energy, infrastructure, and education. The President also reaffirmed Indonesia's commitment to creating a business-friendly and conducive investment climate for international partners, especially companies from the United States.


“I am very pleased with today’s meeting with some of the largest companies in America and the world. They are deeply involved in Indonesia’s economy and development. They have been present in Indonesia for a long time and continue to have confidence in Indonesia and its economy. I encourage them to continue investing and participating in our development plans,” President Prabowo said in his statement to the media.


The Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry/Head of BKPM, who accompanied the President during the meeting, emphasized that the Indonesian government warmly welcomes investments from the United States in various sectors, including energy, technology, healthcare, education, and infrastructure. President Prabowo also underlined his vision to accelerate economic growth through streamlined bureaucracy and robust law enforcement, particularly in tackling corruption.


“We are fully committed to supporting American investors who wish to contribute to Indonesia’s development. The Indonesian government also stresses the importance of sustainability in investment, including attention to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) aspects and ensuring positive social impacts for local communities,” Rosan explained.


The meeting with USINDO members was attended by 12 leaders of major American companies that are already operating in or interested in investing in Indonesia. Ted Osius, former U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia and a USINDO member, expressed his appreciation for President Prabowo's open approach and stated interest in deepening collaboration in achieving Indonesia's green economy and net-zero emissions goals. Additionally, several companies expressed their commitment to supporting geothermal and carbon storage technology projects aligned with the Indonesian government’s initiatives.


“In December, I will lead a delegation of American business leaders to Indonesia to explore business opportunities. These companies come from various sectors, including energy, information technology, healthcare, infrastructure, education, retail, and finance. We are exploring all sectors because we are highly interested in Indonesia. The country is growing rapidly, offers vast opportunities, and clearly welcomes us warmly,” said Ted Osius.


In addition to the Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry/Head of BKPM, the President was accompanied at the meeting by Minister of Foreign Affairs Sugiono, Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Stella Christie, Indonesian Embassy’s Chargé d'Affaires in Washington D.C. Ida Bagus Made Bimantara, and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya. Companies attending the meeting included Freeport McMoRan, S&P Global, GE Healthcare, Boeing, Capital Group, BP, Exxon Mobil, Citi, Caterpillar, Chevron, Georgetown University Indonesia Program, and Purdue University.


According to data from the Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry/BKPM, from 2019 to Q3 of 2024, realized investments from the United States in Indonesia reached USD 13.41 billion. The top three sectors were Mining (73.02%), Other Services (11.93%), and the Basic Metal, Metal Goods, Non-Machinery, and Equipment Industry (4.09%). Meanwhile, the top three investment destinations were East Java (38.13%), Papua (26.61%), and Central Papua (13.66%).


For further information, please contact:

Ahmad Faisal Suralaga

Head of Communications and Information Services Bureau

Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry/BKPM

E-mail: humas@bkpm.go.id

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