News - Investment in West Java Must Have an Impact on Community Welfare

Investment in West Java Must Have an Impact on Community Welfare

Oct, 30 2025

Bisnis.com, BANDUNG -- West Java Provincial Secretary Herman Suryatman encourages investment in West Java to have a direct impact on the welfare of residents. West Java Province has become a favorite destination for both Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Investment (DDI) companies, consistently ranking first nationally because West Java's investment realization consistently exceeds the targets set by the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM).

Herman also hopes that investment absorption in West Java can improve human development indicators in the province. For example, unemployment rates, social inequality (Gini ratio), and poverty alleviation. “This morning, we are consolidating ourselves so that the performance of the West Java Provincial Investment and Integrated Services Agency (DPMPTSP), which is already excellent, can be even better. One thing we will create is how investment can have an impact on improving the welfare of the community,” he said on Tuesday (11/6/2024).

Basically, Herman acknowledged that West Java's licensing and investment services are among the best in the country. Therefore, he reiterated that this should have a direct impact on community welfare. “We can reduce unemployment, the Gini index, and poverty through licensing and investment tools,” said Herman.

Another thing Herman aims to achieve is to facilitate business permits for West Java residents with micro or super-micro businesses. "Stay tuned for the date. We will help, of course together with the regencies and cities,“ he said. Head of the West Java DPMPTSP Nining Yuliastiani stated that her office is ready to respond to this challenge. She is also committed to realizing the community welfare that Herman is targeting through inclusive and sustainable investment. ”We will realize community welfare through inclusive and sustainable investment," said Nining.

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KOMPAS.com – Bank BJB reaffirmed its commitment to supporting accelerated investment in West Java (Jabar) by facilitating The 3rd West Java Investment Roadshow 2025 at the Krakatau Ballroom, T-Tower Bank BJB, Jakarta, on Tuesday (9/23/2025). This event is part of a series of events leading up to The 7th West Java Investment Summit 2025, which will take place in November 2025. The event, initiated by the West Java Provincial Government (Pemprov) and the West Java Representative Office of Bank Indonesia, aims to accelerate investment and promote ready-to-offer projects to both national and global investors. The forum brought together representatives from the central and regional governments, the banking sector, international financial institutions, diplomatic representatives, and investors to explore the strategic opportunities offered by West Java. During the forum, 16 priority investment projects worth Rp 24.6 trillion or equivalent to US$1.49 billion were presented. These 16 projects cover the agribusiness, infrastructure, energy, and development areas sectors. Investors were enthusiastic about these projects, as evidenced by the signing of 27 letters of intent (LoI). The West Java Provincial Government also affirmed its support for the realization of investments through easy licensing, regulatory certainty, and full facilities from the local government (pemda). Concrete support from Bank BJB Bank BJB is present as a financial partner that is ready to provide concrete financing support for strategic projects. Bank BJB's participation not only accelerates West Java's economic growth but also strengthens the province's competitiveness as an integrated industrial, logistics, and education hub. In addition to financing, Bank BJB also offers modern digital services, such as DIGI Mobile Banking and Internet Banking Corporate. These services facilitate transactions, financing, and the integration of local financial systems, and are expected to enhance efficiency for businesses and investors. For information, the Indonesian government is targeting higher investment needs throughout the 2025-2029 period to support national economic growth. Nine strategic sectors have been designated as priorities, ranging from new and renewable energy to the development of education and vocational training. Various fiscal and non-fiscal incentives are offered, such as tax holidays, tax allowances, and super tax reductions for research and education. Special policies are also directed at accelerating the electric vehicle ecosystem, a sector that is now one of West Java's strengths. With simpler regulations through the Job Creation Law, a risk-based OSS system, and the development of special economic zones (KEK) and industrial zones, West Java has gained an advantage as one of the national growth centers. West Java itself has made a significant contribution to national investment, particularly in the automotive, transportation, housing, and industrial estate sectors. The province is also the center of the national electric vehicle ecosystem, from upstream to downstream, which is in line with Indonesia's sustainable development direction. West Java's economy also recorded positive growth in the second quarter of 2025, supported by household consumption, increased investment, and exports to China and India. Controlled inflation, particularly due to falling food prices, provides stability for investors. With a strong investment ecosystem, regulatory support, and active involvement from regional banks, Bank BJB is optimistic that West Java will become a gateway for investment into Indonesia and a driving force for national development towards more inclusive, green, and sustainable economic growth. Bank BJB's participation in investment forums, such as the West Java Investment Roadshow, is expected to bring investors together with potential projects and accelerate the realization of new investments in West Java. As a strategic partner of the West Java Provincial Government, Bank BJB reaffirms its commitment to making investment the main driver of regional economic growth. [SOURCE]

Dec, 12 2025

Distribution of Foreign Investment in 2023, Mostly Entering West Java

According to data from the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), throughout 2023 Indonesia will receive foreign investment realization of around US$50.27 billion. The largest portion of foreign investment (PMA) went to West Java, with a value of US$8.28 billion or 16.5% of the total FDI. Apart from West Java, other provinces in the top 3 are Central Sulawesi and North Maluku with details of PMA values as shown in the graph. Meanwhile, according to Katadata Insight Center (KIC) and Grant Thornton, the top 3 provinces on this list have benefited from foreign investment related to the electric vehicle industry. In the Unraveling Indonesia's Prospects in 2024 report, KIC-Grant Thornton said there were several battery factories being developed in West Java. "One of them is the PT HKML Battery Indonesia factory in Karawang, which is one of the largest electric vehicle battery producers in Southeast Asia," they said. KIC-Grant Thornton also said that foreign investment in Central Sulawesi and North Maluku mainly goes into the nickel sector, a raw material for making batteries. "Because nickel is a key strategic sector, North Maluku is likely to continue to benefit from development of this sector in the medium and long term," wrote KIC-Grant Thornton in its report. "Similar to North Maluku, Central Sulawesi has also benefited from large investments in nickel mining and related manufacturing activities," they said. (SOURCE)

Mar, 14 2024

Jokowi Inaugurates State Palace and Offers Investment in IKN

Borneonews - Jakarta, the President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, is scheduled to visit the Capital City of the Archipelago (IKN) located in East Kalimantan on October 11 2024. This visit aims to witness the ceremonial inauguration of the new State Palace as well as groundbreaking various infrastructure projects in the region the. Information regarding the president's visit was conveyed by the President's Special Staff, Ari Dwipayana, at the Presidential Palace complex in Jakarta. Ari confirmed that during the visit, President Jokowi would inaugurate several important projects including the State Palace. He stated, "There is an agenda for the President to visit IKN on October 11 2024. It seems there will be several inaugurations and groundbreakings, including the State Palace." In the official agenda, President Jokowi will also invite 16 entrepreneurs working in the mining sector to attend. It is hoped that their presence will increase investment interest in IKN. This was emphasized by the Minister of Investment, Rosan Roeslani, after meeting with President Jokowi at the Merdeka Palace. Rosan explained, "God willing, we will review it directly. Later Friday, the plan that was present here will review it directly with IKN. So that it will generate interest in even greater investment." The majority of the 16 entrepreneurs invited came from the coal sector in Kalimantan, and they have formed a consortium. This consortium will focus on investing in projects related to public infrastructure, such as the construction of parks, restaurants and other public facilities related to people's lifestyles. According to Minister Rosan, "They will form a consortium for several ideas for building parks, building communities there, so that communities are formed, lifestyle, restaurants and others." This statement shows a commitment to creating a better environment in IN with investment support from the private sector. (SOURCE)

Oct, 11 2024

West Java Tops National Layoff List; Regional Council Criticizes Investments for Failing to Absorb Local Workforce

Bandung – West Java recorded the highest number of layoffs (PHK) in Indonesia from January to June 2026. A total of 6,727 workers lost their jobs, accounting for approximately 20.8 percent of the national total of 32,389 layoffs. In other words, one out of every five laid-off workers in Indonesia came from West Java. The high layoff figures drew sharp criticism from Zaini Shofari, a member of Commission V of the West Java Regional House of Representatives (DPRD). According to him, the large amount of investment flowing into West Java should go hand in hand with increased labor absorption, particularly for local residents. "It should be directly proportional. If there is investment, it means labor absorption grows, meaning employment increases, right? But apparently, that is not the case," Zaini said on Thursday (Aug 6, 2026). He assessed that this issue highlights an suboptimal synergy between incoming investment and the readiness of the workforce in West Java. Therefore, the Manpower Office (Dinas Tenaga Kerja) needs to play a more active role in preparing human resources (HR) that align with industry needs. "That means one of the pillars lies with the Manpower Office to develop the local workforce, for example. The labor absorption must be prepared. There should be synergy between investment in West Java and how that workforce is absorbed," he said. Zaini cited the condition in the Subang industrial area as an example. According to him, many hired workers still come from outside West Java, even though the investment is located within the province. "Take Subang recently; many people from outside West Java were hired there. It should be linear so that there is synergy between investments in West Java, prepared beforehand by the central government and continuous coordination with the provincial government, allowing the needs of companies to be met by local West Java workers," he explained. He clarified that investment decisions have largely been determined by the central government. As a result, local governments often lack sufficient time to prepare a workforce that matches the requirements of operating companies. "What happens is that investment decisions are made at the central level, and suddenly hundreds of hectares are allocated for a company. While the company is ready to offer jobs, local communities visited by these projects cannot yet access or enter that sphere," he said. Zaini also urged companies investing in West Java to pay greater attention to hiring from surrounding areas. While it should not be absolute, he believes local residents still deserve priority. "Since the company is located in the area, naturally, that is how it should be," he added. When asked about the need for regulations requiring companies to employ West Java residents, Zaini noted that such a policy could be considered. However, he emphasized that regulations must still take the specific needs of companies into account. "There should be something like that, though it doesn't have to be absolute. However, the surrounding community must be considered after all, that is partly why companies have CSR: to empower and support local residents," he concluded. [Source]

Aug, 10 2026

This Port in West Java is Capable of Strengthening Logistics on 3 Islands in Indonesia, Worth Investment of Up to IDR 43.2 Trillion

LENGKONG, AYOBANDUNG.COM -- This port in West Java is able to strengthen the logistics of 3 islands in Indonesia. This port in West Java has an investment value of up to IDR 43.2 trillion. The name of the port in West Java is Patimban Port. This port in West Java is now managed by PT Pelabuhan Patimban Internasional. The construction of this port is one of the strategic projects in the era of President Jokowi. Patimban Port was inaugurated on December 20, 2020. Patimban Port is located in Subang Regency, West Java. This port is able to strengthen the distribution of logistics on 3 islands in Indonesia, namely Java, Sumatra and Kalimantan. This port serves domestic shipments for automotive to Batam and Belawan, and Long Distance Ferry (LDF) with the Patimban - Panjang, Patimban - Pontianak routes, and vice versa. The shipments are served by 5 ship operators. Patimban Port is also a strategic port because it is supported by adequate supporting infrastructure, such as Kertajati Airport, Majalengka, and access to the Cipali (Cikopo-Paliman) and Cisumdawu (Cileunyi-Sumedang-Dawuan) toll roads. Patimban Port will be an outlet for a number of industries along the Cipali, Subang, Majalengka, Sumedang, and Cirebon toll roads. In addition, this port will also integrate existing economic areas such as East Bekasi, Karawang, and Purwakarta. In addition, with this port, the Ministry of Transportation estimates that logistics costs will be cheaper and much more competitive for industries in eastern Indonesia for export-import through Patimban Port. Meanwhile, industrial activities from western Indonesia are collected at Tanjung Priok Port. The Patimban area together with Cirebon and Kertajati (Majalengka Regency) is projected to become the 'Rebana Metropolitan'. In this Rebana Triangle industrial area, it is planned that there will be 10 to 12 new growth centers, including Patimban City which is of interest to investors from Japan. Therefore, the regional government hopes that the central government will continue to support connectivity infrastructure and spatial planning from Patimban Port to the surrounding areas. Having extraordinary benefits, Patimban Port has a fairly large investment value of up to IDR 43.2 trillion. (SOURCE)

Mar, 17 2025

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