News - Hendra Hartono's Story Promotes Cirebon as Kuwait's Investment Center in West Java

Hendra Hartono's Story Promotes Cirebon as Kuwait's Investment Center in West Java

Mar, 21 2025

Liputan6.com, Cirebon Cooperation between countries is one way to meet the needs of the country. President of the Indonesia Kuwait Business Council (IKBC) Hendra Hartono ensured that Cirebon has the potential to become Kuwait's investment center in West Java.

Previously, Hendra was one of the guests of honor at the Kuwait National Day celebration in Jakarta some time ago. He said that the event was attended by a number of officials and important and influential business actors.

"Diplomats, officials and business actors emphasized the commitment of the two countries to expand economic, cultural and investment collaboration," said Hendra Hartono to Liputan6.com, Monday (3/3/2025).

He said that while attending Kuwait's national day, he continued to highlight the great potential for cooperation between Indonesia and Kuwait. Especially cooperation in the energy sector, halal industry and infrastructure.

On that occasion, Hendra also emphasized the importance of synergy between business actors of the two countries.

"Kuwait has capital and technology, while Indonesia is rich in human resources and a dynamic market. This is the perfect combination to create shared prosperity," said the man from Cirebon.

According to Hendra, the Cirebon area is ready to become a hub or investment center for Kuwait in West Java. Especially investment for strategic projects and renewable energy in Indonesia.

Partnership Scheme

In fact, Hendra admitted that he had prepared a mutually beneficial partnership scheme. Including knowledge transfer and absorption of local workers.

As a figure from Cirebon, Hendra Hartono actively promotes his city as a strategic investment destination. In a closed discussion with several ambassadors, he invited them to invest in the developing Cirebon.

"This will be an export-import gateway for Kuwaiti products to Southeast Asia," he explained.

It is known that Kuwait National Day in charge de affairs of the Kuwaiti Ambassador to Indonesia, H.E Faisal Fayez H Al Beghaili was also attended by 20 ambassadors of friendly countries, the event was filled with a series of symbolic agendas.

Starting from the screening of Kuwait's history video, traditional dance performances, to the degustation of Middle Eastern specialties such as machboos and luqaimat. Sheikh Faisal Fayez in his speech expressed his appreciation for Indonesia's participation.

"Our relationship with Indonesia is not only business, but also an exchange of humanitarian values," he said.

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Prabowo and SBY meeting to discuss the formation of a new investment institution

President Prabowo Subianto and the 6th President of the Republic of Indonesia Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY) met in Cikeas, Bogor, West Java, Monday, November 4 2024. The two discussed the formation of a new investment institution. "Pak Prabowo held a meeting with Pak SBY, among other things, discussing the formation of an investment institution that would be formed," said Gerindra Party DPP Daily Chair Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, quoted Tuesday, November 5 2024. Dasco did not specify the nomenclature of the investment institutions. He stated that SBY had experience leading Indonesia for 10 years. As a friend, he said that President Prabowo usually exchanged ideas with SBY. "Mr SBY has 10 years of experience in leading the Republic of Indonesia, of course as friends and comrades he is used to exchanging ideas," he said. Previously, President Prabowo Subianto met the 6th President of the Republic of Indonesia Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY). The meeting took place at SBY's residence in Puri Cikeas, Bogor, West Java. The general chairman of the Democratic Party, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), announced this meeting at the Democratic Party's National Technical Guidance (Bimtek) activity in Central Jakarta. (SOURCE)

Nov, 12 2024

Seven Investors Have Invested in Industrial Estates in Majalengka

Majalengka (ANTARA) -The manager of Kertajati Industrial Estate Majalengka (KIEM) said there were seven investors from within and outside the country, who had invested in one of the industrial allotment areas in Majalengka, West Java. “The investment value that we recorded only in terms of land purchases in this industrial allotment area reached Rp40 billion,” said Reni Anggarwati, Marketing Section of KIEM Management in Majalengka, Wednesday. She explained that the seven investors consisted of one foreign investment (PMA), and six domestic investments (PMDN) that had committed to pouring funds into the area. The industrial estate in Majalengka, she said, covers an area of 400 hectares designed to accommodate various industrial sectors such as food processing, shoes, steel, concrete to manufacturing. Reni said that the area is part of the development of the Rebana Metropolitan area, whose provisions are regulated in Presidential Regulation Number 87/2021. “We only started moving in 2024, so the total investment value will only be seen next year. However, if you refer to reports, investment in this area is one of the highest,” he said. Although the development of this industrial area was hampered by the COVID-19 pandemic, he is optimistic that there will be a more significant surge in investment value in the next few years. Regarding the potential for labor absorption, Reni explained that after seven investors enter, it is estimated that there will be around 20,000 workers absorbed, but the recruitment process is carried out in stages. She also emphasized the importance of cooperation from the management of the Rebana area, provincial and regency governments, and all related sectors to ensure that the local community can take advantage of job opportunities at this industrial site. “The number of workers absorbed can reach 20,000 people. However, this will be done in stages, and it is a common homework to prepare a suitable workforce,” he said. SOURCE

Aug, 22 2024

Kuningan Regency Allocates 22,588 Hectares for Sustainable Agricultural Land in 2026–2046 Spatial Plan

The Kuningan Regency Government in West Java has allocated 22,588 hectares of Sustainable Food Agricultural Land (LP2B) in its 2026–2046 Regional Spatial Plan (RTRW) Draft Regional Regulation (Raperda) to preserve productive agricultural land. Kuningan Regent Dian Rachmat Yanuar said on Sunday that the policy forms part of the regency's long-term development strategy, which seeks to balance economic growth with environmental protection. "We are committed to balancing investment needs, improving public welfare, and protecting natural resources as the foundation of Kuningan Regency's sustainable development," he said. Dian explained that the policy was presented during an inter-sectoral coordination meeting organized by the Directorate General of Spatial Planning under the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN). The meeting discussed Kuningan Regency's application for Substantive Approval of its Regional Spatial Plan. According to him, the 2026–2046 Spatial Plan has been prepared to accommodate evolving development needs, align with national policies, and create new investment opportunities while ensuring environmental sustainability. "The document is intended to serve as Kuningan Regency's development guideline for the next 20 years, with a focus on agricultural-based economic growth and environmentally sustainable tourism," he said. Dian noted that Kuningan Regency covers approximately 119,000 hectares, much of which consists of mountainous areas and the slopes of Mount Ciremai. This geographical characteristic makes the regency an important conservation area and ecological buffer zone in West Java. Consequently, the spatial planning policy prioritizes the protection of conservation areas, water catchment zones, and the prevention of productive agricultural land conversion. In addition, the Regional Spatial Plan is designed to support the development of key economic sectors, including agriculture, horticulture, ecotourism, water resource management, and environmentally friendly industries. He added that the planned LP2B area of 22,588 hectares—equivalent to approximately 87.13 percent of the regency's total designated rice field area—will serve as a key instrument in strengthening regional food security. Dian further explained that the inter-sectoral coordination meeting represents a mandatory stage before the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN) issues the Substantive Approval for Kuningan Regency's Regional Spatial Plan. The approval is required before the draft regulation can proceed to legislative deliberation and be enacted as a regional regulation. [SOURCE]

Jul, 13 2026

Matching Business Attracts Investors, Encourages Investment Realization in Bandung Regency

TRIBUNJABAR.ID, BANDUNG - The matching business of business actors in Bandung Regency at the Bandung Regency Investment Summit 2024 continues to be discussed in order to be able to attract investors from abroad and within the country. Throughout 2024, the investment target in Bandung Regency will reach 8.9 trillion. Various sectors ranging from agriculture, tourism to renewable energy to advance investment sustainability. The Acting Regent of Bandung, Dikky Achmad Sidik, said that the Bandung Regency Investment Summit 2024 was one of the Bandung Regency Government's strategies to attract investors. "In terms of existing data, Bandung Regency is in the seventh position for realization in West Java. "There is an increase and we must continue to develop the existing potential," he said, at the Grand Sunshine Resort & Convention, Monday (7/10/2024). He said that Bandung Regency's advantages from abundant natural resources, including the tourism sector, have increased rapidly in recent years. "This opportunity needs to be pushed strategically so that it develops further and is expected to have an impact on community economic activities," he said. Dikky said, even though he is currently faced with the 2024 regional elections, his party is optimistic that investment realization in Bandung Regency can increase. Apart from that, his party is encouraging investment sectors to continue to be added, for example the manufacturing sector. "We will refer to spatial planning, and manufacturing activities need to be developed in special areas so that they can focus on industry. "Even though some already exist, they will still be encouraged and don't forget that this industry is not only capital intensive, but also labor intensive to attract workers," he explained. In the same place, Chairman of the Bandung Regency DPRD, Renie Rahayu Fauzi, said that in the near future he would create a new policy so that investors from outside and inside would target Bandung Regency. “Hopefully it can continue, okay? Because of the great opportunities in terms of tourism, the investment challenges here in terms of infrastructure, in some areas are already good and supportive. "Hopefully there will be new policies with the new regent and tourism here will develop and increase interest in investing," explained Renie. (SOURCE)

Oct, 09 2024

Karawang to Invest Rp2.3 Trillion in Absorption of 3,000 Vocational School Graduates

KARAWANG, TINTAHIJAU.COM – The West Java Provincial Government signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with PT Deli Indonesia Office Technology regarding cooperation to accelerate industrial development in West Java. The signing was carried out by West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi at SMKN 1 Karawang on Wednesday (January 28, 2026). At the same location, the West Java Provincial Government also signed an MoU with PT CBL Solusi Logistik regarding the development of the Cikarang-Bekasi Laut Inland Waterways route, as part of a strategy to strengthen logistics connectivity and reduce industrial distribution costs. The Governor, familiarly known as KDM, emphasized that the influx of large investments must have a direct impact on local employment and strengthening vocational education. "Every new company in West Java must prioritize local residents for recruitment. Industry shouldn't just be established, it must also improve community welfare," he stressed. KDM stated that vocational high school students are given the opportunity for three months of industrial work experience. Upon graduation, they can be recruited directly without additional selection if they meet company standards. This step is seen as a concrete effort to align industry needs with the educational world (link and match), while simultaneously reducing the unemployment rate of vocational high school graduates, which has long been a structural problem in industrial areas. Furthermore, the West Java Provincial Government is also preparing a program to improve human resource competitiveness through foreign language courses for 40 students from SMKN 1 Karawang. "20 students are learning Mandarin and 20 students English. There's a lot of investment from China, and they need translators. Six months is enough to provide basic work communication," said KDM. The training will be fully funded by the West Java Provincial Government and will last for six months. Furthermore, KDM reminded investors to comply with labor regulations, including regarding wages. Karawang Regency currently has the highest minimum wage in West Java at IDR 5.88 million. US$150 Million Investment, Absorbing 3,000 Workers PT Deli Indonesia Office Technology is scheduled to begin construction of an office equipment factory in March 2026, producing attendance machines, paper shredders, and office stationery. The President Director of PT Deli Indonesia, Huang Le, stated that the project is targeted for completion in 2027, with an investment of approximately US$150 million, equivalent to Rp2.3 trillion. "We have been preparing recruitment efforts from the start to ensure that incoming human resources match industry needs. When fully operational, the factory will employ around 3,000 workers," he said. The principal of SMKN 1 Karawang, H. Rosli, welcomed the policy connecting schools with the industrial world. "Third-grade students will graduate in May, so we are starting to prepare them through internships. This includes alumni who are still looking for work," he said. One student, Adam Gumelar, expressed optimism about the collaboration because it provides certainty about their career path after graduation. In addition to the manufacturing sector, the West Java Provincial Government is also promoting the transformation of the logistics system through the construction of the Cikarang-Bekasi Laut Inland Waterways. "This sea canal runs from Babelan to Tanjung Priok, and will eventually reach Patimban Port. This is a traffic-free and more efficient alternative for freight transportation," explained KDM. According to him, this project is crucial for reducing dependence on land routes, which have been a source of congestion and high logistics costs in the Karawang-Bekasi industrial area. The West Java Provincial Government is not allocating funds for this collaboration, but is providing licensing support to logistics companies. KDM is also encouraging SMKN 1 Karawang to open a logistics or maritime major to create a local talent pipeline ready to meet the needs of the maritime transportation sector and supporting industries. "Industry, education, and infrastructure must work together. If integrated, Karawang and West Java can become strong and sustainable industrial centers," he concluded. [SOURCE]

Jan, 30 2026

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