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Apindo Jabar to Dedi Mulyadi: Investment Security Can Prevent Layoffs

Apr, 09 2025

Apindo Jabar to Dedi Mulyadi: Investment Security Can Prevent Layoffs

BANDUNG, KOMPAS.com – The West Java Indonesian Employers Association (Apindo) emphasized the importance of security for the business world as a major factor in maintaining the investment climate in West Java.

 

Apindo West Java Chairperson, Ning Wahyu, assessed that the commitment of West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi in eradicating thuggery and mass organizations that disrupt the business world can prevent potential layoffs (PHK) due to investors leaving.

 

"Security in business will protect investment in West Java, which also means protecting employees to continue working and avoid potential layoffs (PHK), as well as protecting the community around the company that has a business as a multiplier effect from investment," said Ning in his release, Friday (28/2/2025).

 

West Java Records Highest Unemployment Rate

 

Ning revealed that West Java currently has 1.76 million unemployed, or around 23.7 percent of the total national unemployment.

 

This figure makes West Java the province with the highest unemployment rate in Indonesia.

 

He emphasized that security stability greatly influences the sustainability of investment and job availability.

 

“Currently, West Java has 1.76 million unemployed or 23.7 percent of the national figure and is the highest in Indonesia. Therefore, it is important to ensure that no more workers are laid off due to investment leaving West Java. Efforts are needed to create more new jobs by improving the investment climate, one of which is through guarantees of business security,” he added.

 

Dedi Mulyadi's Firmness Guarantees Business Security

 

According to Ning, West Java needs a leader who is brave and firm in enforcing the law and creating a conducive business climate.

 

He considered Governor Dedi Mulyadi as a figure who is committed to maintaining regional economic stability.

 

"Since he took office, Kang Dedi has shown the firmness needed by the business world to ensure that investment in West Java can run smoothly without interference from irresponsible parties," he said.

 

Dedi's concrete steps in preparing an action plan to eradicate thuggery are considered a strong commitment to creating a safer and more stable business environment for business actors.

 

Ning hopes that with the firm policies of the regional government, West Java can become a more investor-friendly region. With increased investment, it is hoped that the number of layoffs can be reduced and new job opportunities will be more open to the community.

 

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State Budget Performance Remains Strong, Catalyzing Economic Growth in West Java

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KBRN, Bandung: The performance of the State Budget (APBN) in the West Java region until August 31, 2025, recorded positive and stable results. The Regional Office of the Directorate General of Treasury (DJPb) of West Java Province released the regional APBN surplus achievement of IDR 11.58 trillion, with total revenue reaching IDR 90.11 trillion or 58.53% of the target, and expenditure realization of IDR 78.54 trillion or 64.18% of the ceiling.   The Head of the West Java Regional Office of the DJPb, Fahma Sari Fatma, said that state revenue grew by 5.31% year-on-year. This growth was mainly driven by tax revenue, particularly from income tax (PPh), excise, and other taxes. However, several types of taxes, such as PPh Articles 21 and 22 and domestic VAT, experienced a contraction.   The decline in domestic VAT was due to a decrease in the contribution of large taxpayers, an increase in refunds, and a decline in public consumption. On the other hand, revenue from the Customs and Excise sector has reached IDR 19.66 trillion or 64.25% of the target, supported by 5.06% growth in excise revenue, including the impact of the policy to relax the 90-day deferral of HT excise payments.   The realization of Non-Tax State Revenue (PNBP) also recorded positive performance, namely Rp5.20 trillion or 95.17% of the target, experiencing a growth of 10.50% (yoy). This growth was supported by other PNBP which rose 16.95% and BLU revenue which rose 4.42%. This shows the increasingly optimal utilization of government assets and services to generate revenue.   "In terms of state expenditure, by the end of August 2025, Rp78.54 trillion had been realized, or 64.18% of the ceiling of Rp122.36 trillion. Although it shows nominal growth, the annual expenditure of Ministries/Institutions (K/L) experienced a slowdown of 24.16% compared to the previous year, especially in goods and capital expenditure due to budget efficiency policies," said Fahmi, in a press conference on Monday (9/29/2025).   However, the performance of transfers to regions and village funds (TKDD) was quite solid. Regional transfers reached Rp49.37 trillion (69.04%) and village funds reached Rp5.59 trillion (88.21%). This was one of the factors driving better state spending compared to the previous year. Overall, TKDD realization reached Rp54.96 trillion or 70.60% of the ceiling.   National priority programs also continue to run and have a real impact on the people of West Java. Among them, the Free Nutritious Meals Program (MBG) has reached 1.37 million beneficiaries in 27 districts/cities. In addition, the FLPP program has reached 38 thousand beneficiaries in 1,576 locations. Other programs such as People's Schools, KUR, UMi, and school revitalization have also shown significant achievements in promoting welfare and human development.   From a macroeconomic perspective, West Java's economic growth in the second quarter of 2025 reached 5.23% (yoy) with a GRDP of Rp459.80 trillion. Inflation in August 2025 was recorded at 1.77% (yoy) with a consumer price index (CPI) of 108.79. The city of Sukabumi recorded the highest inflation at 3.54%, while Bandung Regency recorded the lowest at 1.46%.   West Java's trade balance in July 2025 also recorded a surplus of USD 2.47 billion, with total exports reaching USD 3.51 billion and imports USD 1.03 billion. Cumulatively from January to July 2025, non-oil and gas trade with the United States recorded a surplus of USD 3.40 billion, while trade with China and Taiwan still experienced a deficit.   Although West Java's Farmer Exchange Rate (NTP) declined by 0.53% to 115.61 in August 2025, this was mainly due to falling agricultural commodity prices. However, rice prices actually showed an increase at the milling level. The government continues to monitor these developments to maintain balance.   Amid global challenges such as geopolitical conflicts, commodity price fluctuations, and market uncertainty, the government remains committed to maintaining fiscal stability and sustainability. The performance of the state budget in West Java until August 2025 is considered “on track” and will continue to be optimized as a catalyst for economic growth and a foundation in supporting national priority programs.   [SOURCE]

Dec, 15 2025
Waging system in West Java will be the International Standar

Waging system in West Java will be the International Standar

Caption: West Java Governor Ridwan Kamil chaired a Joint Leadership Meeting of the Provincial Regional Government OPD (Pemdaprov) in Gedung Sate, Bandung City, Monday (12/8/19).BANDUNG CITY--Provincial Government in West Java staged meetings with labor organizations of the UNITED NATIONS, namely the International Labour Organization (ILO) to discuss waging system in West Java.West Java Governor Ridwan Kamil led directly the meeting attended by the head of the region and head of the Department of Labor of the 27 district/city at Gedung Sate, Bandung, Monday (29/7/2019). In the meeting, the ILO proposed that labour waging system in West Java using international standards. This is to minimize the difference between the wages in each region, justice, labour and make more prosperous, as well as keeping investors from being moved out of West Java."The results of this meeting we will make waging system and justice in accordance with international standards so as can be keep the quality of economic of Jabar, prosperous laborers, also no investors who went out West," said Ridwan Kamil.Emil ? so Ridwan Kamil familiar accosted ? says there are currently 140 investors who cover and moved out West. "Almost all of the reason for that is because high wages," Emil added.According to Emil, waging system is decentralized (policy submitted to each head of District/City) participated and influenced the difference value of wages. Examples of significant difference i.e. UMK Pangandaran ($ 1, 6juta) and Karawang ($ 4.2 million)."Waging System we ' decentralized, head of the area given over to the second level, this also highlighted the ILO as it makes subjectivity difference in waging its value too much," said Emil.Next, technical system international standard would waging discussed the ILO together with the head of Department of labor in Jabar. In this meeting, any hope the industry type Emil each area in West Java will be uniformed into one type of business. "Suppose that in the manufacturing industry, specific West in Central Java textiles, making it clear what type of bankruptcy every province, because of its diversity of industry in one region has also been the cause of its diversity of wages," said Emil ended.----------------------------------HUMAS JABARHead of the Public Relations and Protocol Bureau of the Regional Secretariat of West Java Province Hermansyah

Aug, 16 2019
Bogor City Hospital Project Reaches Top 12 in WJIC 2026, Increasing Investment Opportunities

Bogor City Hospital Project Reaches Top 12 in WJIC 2026, Increasing Investment Opportunities

RBG.id – The Bogor City Regional General Hospital (RSUD)  development project has successfully entered the top 12 of the West Java Investment Challenge or WJIC 2026.   This achievement opens up opportunities for the Bogor City Government to obtain investment and seek alternative financing schemes for the development of regional hospitals.   WJIC is part of the West Java Investment Summit (WJIS) 2026 organized by the West Java DPMPTSP together with the Bank Indonesia Representative Office of West Java Province. The annual investment forum serves as a platform to bring together potential projects with investors, both domestic and international.The Mayor of Bogor, Dedie Rachim, received the Site Visit Committee for the 12 Best Projects of WJIC 2026 directly at Bogor City Hall, Wednesday (2/9/2026).   Deputy Head of the Bank Indonesia Representative Office for West Java Province, Muslimin Anwar, appreciated Bogor City's achievement in being among the top 12 of the 40 best district/city projects in West Java.   "Through this Regional General Hospital project, Bogor City has succeeded in becoming one of the 12 best," he said. Muslimin said the WJIC 2026 curation process was more selective than in previous years. In this process, the assessment involves relevant agencies, potential investors and banking parties. After being determined to be in the top 12, the team then carried out direct verification in a number of regions, including Bogor City. The site visit was conducted to assess the local government's commitment and readiness to support project implementation.   "After this site visit, the top 12 will present their results, and then the top five for West Java will be determined. Awards will be presented after the entire process is completed step by step," he said.   In addition to the site visit, the series of activities also included a roadshow and business matching. During the event, the team presented a potential investor who had previously expressed interest in the project. Muslimin hopes the WJIC series won't just be a competition. He believes what's more important is that the projects offered actually attract investors and can be realized to benefit the community.   "Why is this important to do together? Because it demonstrates the seriousness of this project and its continued progress. We sincerely hope this isn't just a competition, but more importantly, how this investment project will truly be realized and benefit the community, especially in Bogor City," he said.   Meanwhile, Bogor Mayor Dedie Rachim hopes the visit will further increase investment opportunities for the development of Bogor City Regional Hospital. Moreover, the hospital is considered to have continued to develop in recent years.   Currently, Bogor City Hospital has a capacity of 500 beds with a service coverage that not only targets Bogor City residents, but also patients from outside the area.   "Thank God, Bogor City Hospital has completely transformed over the past five years. Previously, it was perhaps considered an underrated hospital, but now its condition has significantly improved," he said.   According to Dedie, the inclusion of the RSUD project in the WJIC can also be a gateway to seeking creative financing or alternative financing outside the APBD.   "So, we hope that through alternative financing or creative financing, including the selection or competition model implemented by the West Java DPMPTSP, Bogor City will have the opportunity to model this project," he said.   Meanwhile, on that occasion, a Letter of Intent (LoI) was also signed as a form of initial commitment and mutual understanding to support the development of projects included in WJIC 2026. The LoI was signed by Bogor City Regional Hospital, Bank Syariah Indonesia and DPMPTSP of West Java Province.   Next, the 12 best projects will go through a presentation stage before determining the five best projects at the West Java level.   [Source]

Sep, 14 2026
West Java Licensing and Investment Services Must Have a Direct Impact on Community Welfare

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JABARTRUST.COM, BANDUNG, - In recent years, West Java has become a prima donna for foreign investment (PMA) and domestic investment (PMDN) companies, with investment realization achievements that consistently exceed the target set by the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM).   "We hope that the absorption of investment in West Java can improve human development indicators such as the unemployment rate, social inequality (gini ratio), and poverty alleviation," Herman Suryatman said during a briefing after a morning briefing and meeting with the ranks of the One-Stop Investment and Integrated Services Office (DPMPTSP) in Bandung City, Monday (10/6/2024).   Regional Secretary of West Java Province, Herman Suryatman emphasized the importance of improving the performance of DPMPTSP which has been considered good to be even more optimal. "One thing we will create is how investment can have an impact on improving people's welfare," he said. Herman also acknowledged that West Java's licensing and investment services are among the best in Indonesia. However, he emphasized that these services must have a direct impact on the welfare of the community. "We can reduce unemployment, the Gini index, and poverty with licensing and investment tools," he added.   In addition, Herman also wants to encourage the ease of business licenses for West Java residents who have micro and super micro businesses. "Wait for the play date. We will help, of course together with districts and cities," he said.   The Head of West Java DPMPTSP, Nining Yuliastiani, expressed her readiness to answer the challenge. She is committed that the community welfare targeted by Herman can be realized through inclusive and sustainable investment. "We will realize community welfare with inclusive and sustainable investment," said Nining.   With this encouragement, the West Java Provincial Government hopes to create a conducive investment climate while improving the quality of life of the community. Incoming investment is expected to not only increase economic growth, but also improve social welfare indicators in the province.   (SOURCE)

Jun, 14 2024
Kuningan Regent Confirms Rp1.2 Trillion South Korean Investment to Advance Industrial Development

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Kuningan Regent Dian Rachmat Yanuar has confirmed that a planned Rp1.2 trillion investment by a South Korean company will soon be realized in Kuningan Regency, West Java, as part of the region's industrial estate development.   Speaking in Kuningan on Monday, Dian said the regional government is currently facilitating various preparatory stages to ensure the project can move into the construction phase as soon as possible.   He explained that the investor plans to build a footwear manufacturing plant in the districts of Jalaksana and Japara, requiring approximately 22 hectares of land.   "Our priority is to ensure that this investment stimulates the local economy and creates broader employment opportunities for the community," he said.   According to Dian, the establishment of a new manufacturing industry will add significant value to Kuningan Regency's economic structure, which has long been dominated by the agricultural, trade, and service sectors.   He noted that manufacturing activities would generate demand across a wide range of supporting industries, allowing the economic benefits to extend beyond the company itself to local businesses.   "We hope this project will create new business opportunities and enable more residents to enter the workforce," he added.   The regional government, Dian said, remains committed to fostering a conducive investment climate by accelerating licensing services and providing the necessary infrastructure support.   In addition, the regency administration continues to maintain close communication with the investor to ensure the investment is implemented according to schedule while providing greater certainty for the business community.   Dian expressed confidence that the arrival of this large-scale investment would strengthen investor confidence and encourage other businesses to invest in Kuningan Regency.   He added that the new industrial facility is expected to stimulate the growth of supporting businesses in logistics, transportation, raw material supply, accommodation, and the micro, small, and medium-sized enterprise (MSME) sector.   "This investment is expected to become one of the key drivers of new economic growth while strengthening Kuningan Regency's competitiveness as an investment destination in eastern West Java," he said.   [SOURCE]

Jun, 30 2026

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