News - Impacting the Investment Climate, West Java Boosts IPKN Increase

Impacting the Investment Climate, West Java Boosts IPKN Increase

Feb, 19 2026

Bisnis.com, BANDUNG — The West Java Provincial Tourism and Culture Office is boosting the National Tourism Development Index (IPKN), which has plummeted over the past two years.

Head of the West Java Culture and Tourism Office, Iendra Sofyan, stated that the IPKN is crucial for revitalizing it as a strategic step to strengthen the competitiveness of the regional tourism ecosystem, as it is a national instrument used to measure the readiness and competitiveness of regional tourism development through various cross-sectoral indicators.

"Furthermore, the IPKN also serves as a barometer for the investment climate and the region's image in tourism development," he said, as quoted on Tuesday (August 17, 2026).

West Java Province's IPKN in 2022 ranked 7th nationally out of 34 provinces. However, in 2024, West Java's ranking dropped to 21st nationally. In response, the Head of the West Java Tourism and Culture Office emphasized the importance of strengthening synergy and collaboration between Regional Apparatus Organizations (OPDs).

"Improving IPKN achievements requires cross-sector collaboration, from providing accurate data, integrated program planning, to implementing policies that have a direct impact on improving the quality and competitiveness of regional tourism," he said.

His office is currently encouraging all stakeholders, consisting of 29 relevant agencies/OPDs within the West Java Provincial Government and the West Java tourism industry, to strengthen their shared commitment to supporting sustainable and competitive tourism development, in order to improve West Java's position at the national level.

Previously, the Statistics Indonesia (BPS) recorded a drastic increase in tourist visits to West Java Province in December 2025, a 4.89 percent increase in domestic tourist arrivals compared to the previous month.

In December 2025, there were 18.53 million domestic tourist trips. Meanwhile, in November 2025, the number reached only 17.66 million trips.

Accumulatedly, the number of domestic tourist trips to West Java also experienced a drastic increase. From January to December 2025, it was recorded at 211.76 million trips. This figure increased by 26.50 percent compared to the total of 167.40 million trips from January to December 2024.

Throughout 2025, the highest number of trips occurred in April, with 22.52 million trips. This was due to the Eid al-Fitr holiday of 1446 Hijri.

By destination, Bodebek Regency/City and Greater Bandung remain the favorites for domestic tourists. In the January-December 2025 period, Statistics Indonesia (BPS) recorded 31.85 million domestic tourist trips to Bogor Regency, 24.26 million trips to Bandung City, 14.44 million trips to Bekasi City, 14.24 million trips to Bandung Regency, 13.29 million trips to Bekasi Regency, and 12.16 million trips to Depok City.

Furthermore, the Room Occupancy Rate (TPK) of both Star-rated and Non-Star-rated Hotels in West Java also increased in December 2025. Data shows that the ROR for December 2025 reached 45.75 percent, a 4.35-point increase compared to the previous month.

Iendra revealed that his office is also collaborating with the Statistics Indonesia (BPS) to collect tourism data, which still faces several challenges. Accurate data can serve as a basis for formulating and evaluating policies.

"West Java has 1,741 tourist attractions, consisting of natural attractions, man-made attractions, and cultural attractions. However, the management and recording of tourist visitation data still faces various challenges, particularly in consistent reporting and responsiveness from destination managers, particularly during major holiday periods such as Eid al-Fitr and Christmas-New Year," he concluded.

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West Java Legislators Encourage South West Java Development Through Investment

INILAHKORAN, Bandung - West Java legislator Yod Mintaraga encouraged the West Java Provincial Government to develop the South West Java region through investment. Because according to Yod, so far the development in South West Java is still far from other regions, so it needs to be encouraged for equalization. One of them is through investment, both foreign and local. Moreover, he admits that there is a lot of potential that can be developed in South West Java, to be encouraged to improve the welfare of the people of the region. "Investment must be encouraged to South West Java. Now there is still a gap, there are still many poor people in southern West Java, but we do not rule out the possibility that in big cities poverty still occurs," said Yod, recently. The hope is that investment will also accelerate connectivity in the region, as well as infrastructure. Because both are central, in accelerating equitable development. Given that this, said Yod, is interrelated, because a representative link is needed to encourage investment. "If investment is encouraged to South West Java, the risk is that infrastructure development must also be encouraged to South West Java," he said. (SOURCE)

Jul, 08 2024

Investment Increases. BI Calls West Java Successful in Creating a Harmonious Investment Climate

Bandung, Sonora.ID - In 2023, the investment value in West Java will increase quite significantly, namely IDR 210.6 trillion, or an increase of 112 percent from the target set by the Ministry of Investment. This also had a significant impact on the economy of West Java, along with the total employment of 253,424 people, with the number of Investment Activity Reports (LKPM) amounting to 94,469 LKPM. With these achievements, coupled with maintained household consumption and the performance of leading economic sectors, West Java's economic growth in 2023 will grow by 4.7-5.5% (yoy). Deputy Chief Representative of Bank Indonesia for West Java Province, Bambang Pramono, said that success in creating a harmonious investment climate was the key to realizing West Java investment soaring in 2023. "There is a necessary condition in creating a conducive and trustworthy investment climate for investors," said Bambang after being a resource person at the Bewara West Java (Beja) event at Gedung Sate, Bandung City, Tuesday (30/1/2024). Apart from that, continued Bambang, high investment realization also plays an important role in encouraging West Java's economic growth in line with the Incremental Capital Output Ratio (ICOR) value which is relatively stable from year to year. According to him, policy makers and stakeholders in West Java need to make various proactive and innovative efforts in identifying potential projects that are currently of interest to foreign investors, especially for potential investors who are looking for safe and comfortable investment fund placement options. Meanwhile, Acting Regional Secretary of West Java Province, Taufiq Budi Santoso, at the opening said, the positive achievement of West Java investment was the result of synergy, commitment and support from all parties, including the West Java Provincial Government together with Bank Indonesia West Java. "This achievement also gives a message to the public that investment is one of the driving forces of the economy in West Java. However, in the future, the realization of this superior investment, in addition to competitive ones such as the West Java International Airport, requires efforts to be made evenly distributed throughout the region. West Java," said Taufiq Budi. According to Taufiq Budi, this is also in line with the investment distribution map in West Java which is concentrated in the northern part such as Kab. Bekasi (25%) to Kab. Karawang (22%). Welcoming 2024, West Java Province is optimistic about achieving the national investment realization target which is set to increase by 17.9%. In achieving this target, synergy between stakeholders regarding investment in West Java will be increasingly strengthened. Furthermore, downstream policies are also directed at industries based on regional potential and leading sectors in order to create more jobs and increase the competitiveness of MSMEs in the global value chain. With investment performance and support from domestic demand remaining strong in line with increasing community mobility and the high multiplier effect of the political year on the aggregate economy, West Java's economic growth in 2024 is predicted to remain high and be in the range of 4.9% - 5.7% ( yo). (SOURCE)

Feb, 02 2024

More Than Rp2 Trillion Investment Enters Karawang, Ready to Absorb Thousands of Workers

An investment worth more than Rp2 trillion has entered Karawang, West Java. This was marked by the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the West Java Provincial Government and PT Deli Indonesia Office Technology regarding the acceleration of 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 concerning the development of the Cikarang–Bekasi–Sea inland waterways route as an alternative logistics transportation route free from traffic congestion. West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi stated that the presence of new investments must have a direct impact on job creation for local communities. Therefore, companies are asked to prioritize recruiting local workers. “Every company entering West Java must prioritize local residents,” Dedi said. He also mentioned that vocational high school (SMK) students will be given the opportunity to participate in a three-month internship program. After graduating, the interns will be recruited without going through an additional selection process. To support workforce readiness, the West Java Provincial Government is also preparing foreign language training for students. A total of 40 students from SMKN 1 Karawang will participate in Mandarin and English courses for six months, funded by the provincial government. “Investors from China need translators. Six months is enough to provide basic Mandarin and English language skills,” he said. [Source]

Mar, 06 2026

Commitment to Maintain Investment Climate and Prevent Premanism, Bekasi Regency Government Holds Joint Declaration with Mass Organizations and NGOs

CENTRAL CIKARANG - The Bekasi Regency Government together with the Bekasi Metro Police Department reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining a conducive investment climate and eradicating premanism (extortion and intimidation) conducted under the name of mass organizations (Ormas). This was emphasized by Bekasi Regent Ade Kuswara Kunang during the opening of a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) of the Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda) together with Ormas representatives from all over Bekasi Regency at the KH Noer Alie Hall, Bekasi Central Government Complex, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. "Mass organizations are part of Bekasi society that we must engage and embrace. However, if any deviate or violate regulations, we will take firm action," said Regent Ade. He stressed the importance of synergy between the government, Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), the police (Polri), the legislature, and the community in maintaining regional security as the main prerequisite for investment. Ade also affirmed that Bekasi Regency cannot be developed by the Regent and Vice Regent alone. Hence, collaboration among various stakeholders, including Ormas themselves, is necessary to uphold this commitment. "There needs to be a cross-Ormas and community communication forum so that market regulation, public order, and security truly address root problems," he added. This statement is a serious response from the Bekasi government in support of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi and the West Java Police Chief regarding eradication of premanism that hinders the investment climate in West Java. Bekasi Metro Police Chief Kombes Pol. Mustofa stated that the Operation Eradicate Jaya, which ran until May 24, 2025, has processed hundreds of individuals, mostly through counseling while some faced legal proceedings. "About 180 persons were counseled, and around 20 were processed legally due to suspected extortion, intimidation, and activities disturbing public security and business comfort," said Mustofa. He mentioned some individuals affiliated with Ormas were suspected of conducting illegal levies on business operators with varying amounts, even reaching millions of rupiah. Mustofa urged the public, including both individuals and businesses, to not hesitate to report any intimidation or extortion by anyone. He assured confidentiality and protection for whistleblowers. "I guarantee the safety and confidentiality of reporters. Do not be afraid, we will act firmly," he emphasized. The Focus Group Discussion, facilitated by the Bekasi National Unity and Politics Agency (Kesbangpol), was attended by Forkopimda elements, Ormas representatives, community leaders, NGOs, legislative officials, and military personnel. The FGD ended with a joint declaration by Ormas to maintain public order and support accelerated regional development and a healthy and conducive investment climate. [Source]

Oct, 30 2025

Karawang Predicted to Remain Investment Favorite This Year

jabar.jpnn.com, KARAWANG - The Karawang Regency Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service Office (DPMPTSP) said that Karawang will remain an area targeted by investors to invest in Karawang in 2025. Head of Economic Services at DPMPTSP Karawang, Didin Bihlaludin, said that investment realization from January to December 2024 was quite good, reaching IDR 68.5 trillion or 160 percent of the target set by the central government of IDR 42.7 trillion. If we look at the achievements last year, he said, then the investment achievements in Karawang this year will certainly remain high, even potentially exceeding the investment achievements in 2024. Karawang, he said, will remain one of the areas in West Java targeted by investors to invest their investments. "The infrastructure in Karawang is very supportive. Many national strategic projects are being built in Karawang, such as the high-speed train station, the Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road, the Jakarta-Cikampek II Toll Road, and others," he said. Meanwhile, according to the records of the Karawang Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service Office, the realization of investment entering the Karawang area in January-December 2024 reached IDR 68.5 trillion. This achievement is the realization of foreign investment and domestic investment, with details of IDR 1072 trillion in domestic investment and foreign investment of IDR 58.5 trillion. Didin said, with the investment achievement reaching IDR 68.5 trillion, in 2024, Karawang will be ranked second in the region with the highest investment in West Java. The region in first place with the highest investment in West Java is Bekasi Regency with a realization reaching IDR 71.8 trillion. Then in third place is Bogor Regency with an investment realization of IDR 22.9 trillion. (antara/jpnn) [SOURCE]

Mar, 17 2025

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