Category Archives: General Info on Indonesia

With a trade surplus, Indonesia’s IKFT products are increasingly in demand in the global market.

Indonesia3000: Indonesian Business Services Provider Posted on by

The Chemical, Pharmaceutical, and Textile Industry (IKFT) sector demonstrated strong trade performance throughout 2025.

Amidst challenging global economic dynamics, this sector managed to record a balance surplus with exports reaching USD 49.15 billion during the period from January to November 2025. This achievement increased by USD 6.26 billion compared to the same period in the previous year.

Minister of Industry, Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita, emphasized that this consistent growth is the result of the resilience of the domestic industrial sector, which remains productive. 

“The processing industry has consistently been the largest contributor to national economic growth compared to other sectors,” said Agus Gumiwang.

The Dominance of Chemical Products and the Resurgence of Footwear Exports

This strong export performance was driven by several leading subsectors. The chemical and chemical products industry was the main contributor, with exports reaching USD 20.79 billion.

In addition, the agricultural chemical industry also recorded a significant jump from USD 6.25 billion to USD 9.25 billion.

Another interesting thing is seen in the daily footwear industry sub-sector, whose export value increased from USD 2 billion to USD 3 billion.

The Secretary of the Directorate General of IKFT, Sri Bimo Pratomo, explained that these figures reflect the high level of global confidence in the quality of Indonesian manufactured products.

“Amidst the current global dynamics, global demand for domestic IKFT products is actually increasing. These figures reflect the resilience of the IKFT sector in continuing to contribute to the global supply chain,” explained Sri Bimo.

Investment Flow Strengthens Production Capacity

The high global market demand is in line with the strong flow of investment into the IKFT sector.

By September 2025, realized investment in this sector reached Rp142.15 trillion, an increase compared to the previous year. The chemical industry subsector absorbed the largest investment share, at Rp58.4 trillion, strengthening the foundation of national production to meet domestic and international market demand.

As we enter 2026, optimism remains strong, with the Industry Confidence Index (IKI) in an expansionary phase at 54.12. This level indicates a faster growth rate than in previous months.

Positive performance in 2025 is crucial for establishing the IKFT sector as the backbone of the national economy in the future. This is expected to not only maintain a trade surplus but also further increase the added value of domestic products, thereby enhancing Indonesia’s position in the global supply chain.

Jokowi Discusses Potential Investment of US$15 Billion with Exxon

Indonesia3000: Indonesian Business Services Provider Posted on by

Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) met with Chairman of Exxon Mobil Corporation Darren Woods to discuss the company’s plan on investing as much as US$15 billion in the energy sector in Indonesia. During the meeting that took place in San Francisco, the United States, on Wednesday (November 15) local time, the president welcomed Exxon’s plan to invest its capital in the development of a green petrochemical refinery and carbon capture storage (CCS) facility. “I would like to appreciate the plan on the cooperation in developing a green petrochemical refinery and carbon capture storage facility, with the investment value reaching US$15 … Continue reading →

The Largest in the World, This is the Solution to Extend the Life of Indonesia’s Nickel Reserves

Indonesia3000: Indonesian Business Services Provider Posted on by

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) claims that nickel commodity reserves in Indonesia are still the largest in the world or 23 percent of reserves on earth. This country’s nickel resources consist of 17.7 billion tonnes of ore and 177.8 million tonnes of metal, while its reserves total 5.2 billion tonnes of ore and 57 million tonnes of metal. In addition, there are a number of areas that are said to have nickel content, but have not been explored (greenfield). These areas are spread across the provinces of Southeast Sulawesi, Central Sulawesi, South Sulawesi, Maluku, North Maluku, Papua and West Papua. … Continue reading →

Indonesia-Netherlands Agree on Cooperation in Various Sectors

Indonesia3000: Indonesian Business Services Provider Posted on by

The Minister of Trade of the Republic of Indonesia, Zulkifli Hasan, attended a bilateral meeting attended by President Joko Widodo and the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte, in New Delhi, India. The meeting which took place during the G20 Summit held in India on September 9 2023, the two countries discussed a number of important issues including the fields of development, economics, the process of registering Indonesia as a member of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development/OECD), as well as cooperation between ASEAN and the Netherlands. One of the main aspects discussed was cooperation in the energy … Continue reading →

Indonesia leading country in ASEAN food security: NFA

Indonesia3000: Indonesian Business Services Provider Posted on by

Jakarta – Indonesia is a leading country in food security in the ASEAN region, Head of the National Food Agency (NFA) Arief Prasetyo Adi said at the ASEAN Business & Investment Summit (ABIS) here on Sunday. “We can be relied upon for the food sector in the ASEAN region,” Adi said. He said Indonesia has raised several issues that become concerns at the regional level, for instance, food security. The ABIS is a sideline event of Indonesia’s 2023 ASEAN Chairmanship’s ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) and is currently hosted by the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) on September … Continue reading →

Digital economy expected to continue to improve: Minister Hartarto

Indonesia3000: Indonesian Business Services Provider Posted on by

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Indonesia’s digital economy is projected to continue to grow due to the high Internet penetration rate of around 78 percent and the country’s large population, according to Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto. “In 2022, 40 percent of the world’s total digital transactions were made from Indonesia, namely US$77 billion. With the majority of the population entering the productive age, Indonesia’s digital economy will continue to grow,” he said on Wednesday. Hartarto made the statement virtually at the launch of the East Ventures Digital Competitiveness Index (EV-DCI) 2023: Digital Justice for All Indonesian People report in Jakarta. According … Continue reading →

80% of unfinished investment projects complete

Indonesia3000: Indonesian Business Services Provider Posted on by

Investment Minister and Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) head Bahlil Lahadalia has said that his party has completed 80 percent of unfinished investment projects worth Rp708 trillion (around US$45.7 billion) since his taking over as BPKM head in 2019. “Of the Rp708 trillion (around US$45.7 billion) in unfinished investments, we have completed more than 80 percent, including investments outside Java Island,” he informed at the “2023 Fortune Indonesia Summit” in Jakarta on Wednesday. The completion of unfinished investments was one of the directives the minister received from President Joko Widodo when he took over as BKPM head. He was also tasked … Continue reading →

Indonesia Strengthens Digital Economic Cooperation with Singapore

Indonesia3000: Indonesian Business Services Provider Posted on by

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Coordinating Economic Affairs Minister Airlangga Hartarto has met with Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security of Singapore, Teo Chee Hean, in Jakarta to discuss strengthening digital economic cooperation between the two countries. Indonesia and Singapore agreed to strengthen cooperation in the digital economy, especially for the development of human resources, through the Tech Talents Program. Hartarto said that development of the quality of human resources is a supporting factor in increasing a country’s competitive capabilities. “The Tech Talents program that is being discussed by the two countries can be developed for mutual benefit for young … Continue reading →

Confident of West Java’s positive economic growth in 2023: Bank Indonesia

Indonesia3000: Indonesian Business Services Provider Posted on by

Bandung, West Java (ANTARA) – Bank Indonesia (BI) stated that it is optimistic that West Java will record positive economic growth this year on the back of improving household consumption, investment, and financial sector performance. This optimism is based on the province’s economic growth in 2022, which showed a positive growth of 5.45 percent and exceeded national economic growth of 5.31 percent, head of BI’s West Java Representative Office, Erwin Gunawan Hutapea, informed. “That West Java’s economic growth is supported by positive performance of household consumption owing to relaxed restrictions on community activities, supported by export and investment performance,” he … Continue reading →

This year Indonesia is hosting 9 world-class events, what are they?

Indonesia3000: Indonesian Business Services Provider Posted on by

The successful holding of last year’s G20 Summit in Bali succeeded in enhancing Indonesia’s image in the eyes of the world. Many appreciations came from officials and foreign media. Likewise with the WSBK and Moto GP 2022 events at the Mandalika Circuit. This year, Indonesia has again received the mandate to host various prestigious international level events, ranging from world-class championships to conferences throughout Southeast Asia. There are at least 9 events that have been confirmed to be held in Indonesia throughout 2023. The following is a summary. F1 Superboats Lake Toba, North Sumatra, is getting ready to host a super fast … Continue reading →