News - West Java Investment Reaches Rp50 Trillion in Q1 2026

West Java Investment Reaches Rp50 Trillion in Q1 2026

Apr, 13 2026

Investment realization in West Java in the first quarter of 2026 has reached Rp50 trillion out of a target of Rp80 trillion. The government is now pursuing the remaining target by relying on Investment Activity Report (LKPM) submissions.

Head of the Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service Office (DPMPTSP) of West Java, Dedi Taufik, stated that the provisional figure still has the potential to increase as more reports from business actors are submitted.

Dedi explained that the government has extended the LKPM reporting deadline until April 15, 2026. The results of these reports will serve as the basis for determining the final investment realization in West Java.

"On April 15, we will finalize the LKPM results, while also assessing the investment outlook going forward—whether the current geopolitical situation affects investment interest in West Java or not," he said.

He emphasized that compliance of business actors in submitting LKPM reports is a key factor in ensuring comprehensive investment data. To boost investment realization, DPMPTSP West Java encourages all industrial estates and regency/city governments to actively ensure optimal reporting.

"We urge industrial estates to promptly submit LKPM reports, and we also encourage regencies/cities not to focus solely on foreign direct investment (FDI), but to consider the significant potential of domestic investment (DDI)," he explained.

This step is taken to ensure that investment contributions do not rely solely on foreign investment, but also optimize domestic potential.

In addition to being an obligation, Dedi noted that LKPM also provides direct benefits to business actors, particularly in terms of guidance and ease of licensing.

"Their reports also serve as the basis for evaluation and formulation of regional investment policies, and business actors receive support in the form of easier business licensing processes," he said.

DPMPTSP West Java also provides technical assistance services for business actors facing difficulties in LKPM reporting. This service is designed to ensure that all business actors can fulfill their obligations on time.

"Once again, LKPM is mandatory for all business actors," he concluded.

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ITB Expert: Bocimi–Padalarang Toll Road Must Be Accompanied by Area Development to Be Investment-Worthy

TRIBUNJABAR.ID, BANDUNG – The plan to extend the Bogor–Ciawi–Sukabumi (Bocimi) Toll Road to Padalarang is considered to hold great potential for strengthening regional connectivity in West Java. However, the project should not be viewed merely as a traffic congestion solution; it must be accompanied by the development of economic zones to ensure its investment feasibility. Institute of Technology Bandung (ITB) transportation observer Sony Sulaksono stated that from a policy perspective, the project has been included in the list of National Strategic Projects (PSN) under the Regulation of the Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Number 16 of 2025. Nevertheless, the Sukabumi–Ciranjang and Ciranjang–Padalarang sections are currently still at the feasibility study preparation stage at the Ministry of Public Works. According to Sony, conceptually, the toll road will form a new corridor connecting Bogor, Sukabumi, Cianjur, and the Greater Bandung area. "This corridor will not only reduce travel time, but it also has the potential to become an alternative route to the Jakarta–Cikampek–Cipularang section," he told TribunJabar.id on Friday (Aug 7, 2026). Sony assessed that the presence of the toll road would also enhance connectivity in southern West Java, which has so far relied on national roads with relatively high traffic density. If connected to Padalarang, the Bocimi Toll Road is projected to deliver several benefits for West Java, ranging from streamlining goods distribution and improving accessibility for Sukabumi and Cianjur to supporting growth in the industrial, agricultural, and tourism sectors. Furthermore, the toll road is expected to strengthen inter-regional connectedness. According to him, vehicle traffic volume must be significant enough to make the project attractive to investors and to prevent over-reliance on the state budget (APBN), despite its PSN status. "What needs attention, based on past experience in toll road construction and operation, is that every toll road plan must ensure sufficient traffic volume to attract investors, thereby reducing the burden on the APBN even if it holds PSN status," he explained. Therefore, Sony considers local governments to play a crucial role in ensuring the project's success. "The West Java Provincial Government, alongside the relevant regency and city governments, needs to adjust spatial plans (RTRW) as well as development policies for economic zones and activity hubs to align with the arrival of the toll road," Sony said. He explained that when the toll road eventually operates, the areas it passes through must already be developed, creating a mutually beneficial relationship between transport infrastructure and regional economic growth. Sony added that if toll road construction is based solely on relieving traffic congestion, its impact on investment viability will remain limited. "Calculations for toll road construction that serve merely as a solution to traffic jams generally do not yield a significant impact, especially when viewed from an investment perspective," he concluded. [Source]

Aug, 10 2026

Sumedang Advances Smart City Development with e-Simpati and Jatinangor City of Digital Knowledge

Sumedang Regent Dony Ahmad Munir presented the regency's achievements, challenges, and future direction for Smart City development during the ASEAN Smart Cities Network (ASCN) Annual Meeting 2026, held at Rempeg Jagapati Hall, Banyuwangi Regent's Office, on Monday (July 20). Speaking before regional leaders and Smart City stakeholders from across ASEAN, Dony explained that Sumedang has proposed three flagship Smart City development projects. One project has already been completed: reducing the prevalence of stunting through e-Simpati (Integrated Stunting Prevention Information System), a digital platform designed to improve maternal and child health services. According to Dony, e-Simpati has become an integral part of public services for pregnant women, toddlers, and adolescent girls, and has been fully integrated into the local government's administrative practices. "Digitalization is not merely about introducing technology—it is about using technology to solve real problems faced by the community. e-Simpati demonstrates that digital transformation can improve the quality of healthcare services while reducing stunting rates," he said. The two ongoing initiatives are the Jatinangor City of Digital Knowledge and the Village e-Office Super App. In addition, the regional government is preparing the Sumedang Green Smart Industrial Park project in the Butom area, covering the districts of Wado, Cibugel, and Tomo. Regarding the Jatinangor City of Digital Knowledge, Dony highlighted Jatinangor's significant potential as an education and economic hub, given its status as home to six leading higher education institutions and its strategic location adjacent to Bandung City. Several milestones have already been achieved, including the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Indonesian Telecommunications Providers Association (APJATEL) to improve telecommunications infrastructure, artificial intelligence (AI) training for 1,000 village officials in collaboration with the ASEAN Foundation and Padjadjaran University, the preparation of regulatory frameworks for the proposed Jatinangor Special Economic Zone (SEZ), and the development of a smart village ecosystem. Despite this progress, Dony acknowledged several ongoing challenges, including limited authority at the local government level, restricted market access for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), and resistance to change. "Therefore, we are opening opportunities for collaboration with various stakeholders to strengthen supply chains, support MSMEs, accelerate financing, and improve digital literacy among the public," he said. Meanwhile, the Village e-Office Super App is being developed as an integrated digital ecosystem that connects data and public services from the village level to the regional government, enabling faster, simpler, and more integrated public service delivery. One of its flagship initiatives is Desa Cantik (Love Statistics Village), implemented in collaboration with Statistics Indonesia (BPS) and higher education institutions to update community welfare data, ensuring that social assistance is distributed more accurately and effectively. In addition, the Uninhabitable Housing (Rutilahu) program utilizes spatial data to identify eligible beneficiaries, with a target of assisting 5,160 homes. Dony noted that the project still faces challenges, including limited awareness of the importance of data management at the village level and the geographical complexity of providing services to Sumedang's population of approximately 1.2 million people. Looking ahead, the Sumedang Regency Government plans to adopt digital twin technology to support regional planning, infrastructure monitoring, and disaster mitigation. "We recognize that building a Smart City cannot be achieved alone. Collaboration is the key to success. Therefore, we invite all development partners to work together in creating a smarter, more sustainable Sumedang that delivers tangible benefits for the community," Dony concluded. [SOURCE]

Jul, 21 2026

Bandung Inner City Toll Road Development Plan: Strategic Project with Large Investment Awaits Decision

PR GARUT - The construction of the inner-city toll road in Bandung, known as the Bandung Intraurban Toll Road (BIUT), is a major highlight in the world of Indonesian infrastructure. This project aims to overcome the severe traffic jams that often occur in the central area of Bandung and its surroundings. However, this major project is still waiting for an important decision from the central government to be continued. Currently, the construction of this toll road is in the feasibility study stage and requires further approval, especially regarding instructions from the President of the Republic of Indonesia. Director General of Highways at the Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing (PUPR), Rahman Arief Dinaputra, explained that the construction of this toll road will be continued after there is official direction from the President. Even so, the evaluation process for the feasibility study (FS) continues. The PUPR Ministry is completing various technical and financial studies to ensure the feasibility of this project before moving on to the next stage. Rahman also emphasized that the decision to continue or postpone this project depends entirely on the President's decision. The PUPR Ministry will submit the results of the study to the President, who will determine whether this project can be continued or must be postponed, based on the country's fiscal capacity and national development needs at that time. This shows the importance of coordination between the central government and related parties to ensure that every decision taken can provide optimal benefits for the community. The Bandung Intraurban Toll Road project itself has been officially registered as a National Strategic Project (PSN) through the Coordinating Ministerial Regulation (Permenko) Number 6 of 2024. This PSN involves a number of other large projects that aim to encourage economic growth and reduce infrastructure gaps in various regions in Indonesia. The construction of toll roads in Bandung is considered very important to improve connectivity between regions and support local economic development. One of the main reasons why this project must go through an in-depth study is to ensure that infrastructure development not only facilitates mobility, but also supports food security and other vital sectors. Minister of PUPR, Dodi Hanggodo, emphasized that every infrastructure project implemented must have a positive impact on the economy and national resilience. Therefore, in addition to transportation, infrastructure development must also pay attention to sectors that have a broad impact, such as food security. In addition, the Director General of Infrastructure Financing of the PUPR Ministry, Triono Juniasmono, or familiarly called Yongki, revealed that further studies on this toll road project are targeted for completion in early 2026. The study aims to ensure that the decisions taken are based on comprehensive data and analysis, so that this project can run smoothly and provide maximum benefits. The investment needed to continue the construction of this toll road is estimated to reach around Rp7.83 trillion. This figure reflects the large costs that must be incurred to build this large infrastructure. Of course, this project will affect the state budget and requires careful consideration regarding national development priorities. With the large costs required, the government must conduct a careful evaluation to ensure the continuation of this project. If this project is continued, it is estimated that it will have a significant impact on reducing congestion, accelerating the mobility of goods and people, and supporting local economic growth in Bandung and its surroundings. However, the biggest challenge remains in the proper management of financing so that this project can be implemented smoothly. One aspect of concern in the construction of this toll road is the environmental impact. The government and related parties will continue to strive to minimize negative impacts on the environment and the surrounding community. An environmental impact study will be one of the important requirements before this project can be implemented, so that this development does not harm the balance of nature and the social life of the community. The Bandung inner city toll road project is expected to be a solution to the traffic congestion problem that has been the main complaint of the community. However, of course, this project must be accompanied by attention to broader social, economic, and environmental aspects, so that the benefits obtained can be felt by all parties. Overall, the success of this project is highly dependent on coordination between various parties, both at the central and regional levels. The people of Bandung certainly hope that the decisions taken can have a positive impact on the smoothness of transportation, economic development, and the quality of life of Bandung residents in general. All parties are currently still waiting for the final decision regarding this project, while continuing to develop more mature studies and planning. Thus, even though there are many hopes and challenges that accompany this project, the community hopes that the Bandung inner city toll road project can be realized soon for the progress of the city of Bandung and the common welfare.*** (SOURCE)

Mar, 12 2025

The realization of investment value in Bandung City in 2024 exceeds the target

Kota Bandung (ANTARA) - The Department of Investment, One Stop Integrated Services (DPMPTSP) of Bandung City, West Java, noted that the realization of investment entering the Flower City in 2024 reached IDR 8.5 trillion, exceeding the target set at IDR 7.3 trillion. "As of October, the amount of investment realization entering Bandung City has exceeded 117.42 percent of the annual target that has been set," said Head of Bandung City DPMPTSP Ronny Ahmad Nurudin, in Bandung, Saturday. He revealed that until the end of the third quarter of this year, the realization of domestic investment (PMDN) actually dominated investment in Bandung City by contributing IDR 6.3 trillion, while for the foreign investment (PMA) category it reached IDR 2.2 trillion. "Most of the foreign investors' business activities are already operational, so the additional investment is not very significant," he said again. Ronny said there are several factors that make foreign and domestic investors interested in investing in Bandung City, one of which is the ease of service provided by DPMPTSP for potential investors. "We also provide OSS assistance services, Sakedap services (Licensing Facility Facilities) in sub-districts and market industry centers for micro business actors," said Ronny. Acting Regional Secretary for the City of Bandung Dharmawan said that this achievement shows an increase in the confidence of investors to invest their capital in the City of Bandung. "We ensure that investment policies can be implemented properly in accordance with applicable regulations," he said. Dharmawan said that the Bandung City Government continues to be committed to providing various conveniences for investors to maintain a positive and sustainable investment climate, so that it can boost the regional economy. "In terms of investment, the City of Bandung has Regional Regulation (Perda) Number 4 of 2022 concerning the Implementation of Capital Investment. "This regional regulation is a guide in the implementation and technical aspects of investment," said Dharmawan. (SOURCE)

Nov, 05 2024

Subang Records Rp18.20 Trillion in Investment Realization, Highest in the Rebana Region and 4th in West Java

Subang Regency has once again achieved a remarkable milestone in the investment sector. Based on the 2025 investment realization data released by the West Java Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services Agency (DPMPTSP), Subang recorded a total investment realization of Rp18.20 trillion. This achievement places Subang as the highest-performing region in terms of investment realization within the Rebana Metropolitan Area and ranks it fourth across West Java Province, behind Bekasi Regency, Karawang Regency, and Bogor Regency. Within the Rebana region, Subang's investment performance significantly outpaced other areas. Sumedang Regency ranked second with Rp5.63 trillion in investment realization, followed by Cirebon Regency with Rp4.01 trillion, Majalengka Regency with Rp3.36 trillion, and Indramayu Regency with Rp3.35 trillion. The strong performance highlights Subang’s growing appeal as one of West Java’s emerging investment destinations. The development of several national strategic projects in the regency has been a key driver in attracting substantial investment inflows. The expansion of Patimban Port, the development of modern industrial estates, access to the Cipali Toll Road, and support from the Rebana Metropolitan Area have all become important catalysts for accelerating regional economic growth. Continuous infrastructure improvements have further enhanced Subang’s attractiveness to both domestic and international investors. In addition to leading investment realization in the Rebana region, the Rp18.20 trillion achievement reinforces Subang’s role as one of the key engines of West Java’s economy. The incoming investments are expected to create new employment opportunities, boost industrial activity, and generate positive impacts on community welfare. The Subang Regency Government continues to promote a business-friendly environment and accelerate investment services to sustain this growth momentum. With its abundant potential and strategic advantages, Subang is increasingly well-positioned to become a new center of economic growth in West Java and the northern corridor of Indonesia. This achievement also serves as tangible proof that the slogan “Subang Ngabret” is reflected not only in infrastructure development but also in the growing confidence of investors in the future of Subang Regency. [SOURCE]

Jun, 23 2026

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