News - West Java Provincial Government and Bank Indonesia Hold PKJB, Part of Sunda Karsa Fest 2025

West Java Provincial Government and Bank Indonesia Hold PKJB, Part of Sunda Karsa Fest 2025

Nov, 18 2025

Bandung, TarungNews.com – The Regional Government of West Java Province, together with Bank Indonesia West Java, held the West Java Creative Works (KKJB) and West Java Craft Week (PKJB) as part of the Sunda Karsa Fest series, from July 17 to 20, 2025, in Bandung.

Various activities in the Sunda Karsa Fest, themed "Maintaining Stability Through Synergy of Digital-Based Cultural Economy Ecosystem," include the West Java Regional National Craft Council (Dekranasda) Awards as part of West Java Craft Week (PKJB) 2025.

Assistant for Economy and Development of West Java Province, Sumasna, expressed appreciation for the event.

According to him, the Dekranasda West Java Awards is a special moment to appreciate the dedication, innovation, and resilience of creative economy actors and artisans in West Java.

"Through the Dekranasda West Java Awards, we witness extraordinary works that not only enrich local cultural heritage but also contribute significantly to the economic growth of West Java," said Sumasna after the opening of the awards at the Dekranasda office in Bandung, Thursday (July 17, 2025).

Sumasna said West Java Province, with its rich culture and excellent human resources, continues its commitment to boost MSMEs and the creative industry as the backbone of the economy.

"The provincial government allocates budgets through various regional devices for development training, promotion, and digital marketing access to empower business actors in West Java," he said.

In his speech, he also appreciated Dekranasda West Java for its dedication to promoting the creative economy development, especially in crafts, showcasing West Java’s character through superior products nationally and internationally.

"The same appreciation is extended to all parties dedicated to developing and introducing superior West Java creative economy products to the wider community," he added.

Sumasna added that the Dekranasda West Java Awards is evidence that collaboration between government, private sector, and community can create a globally competitive ecosystem.

"For business actors participating in Dekranasda West Java Awards, your works are West Java's pride, proof that local products can compete nationally and internationally. Keep innovating, maintain quality, and utilize technology to expand market networks," he urged.

"Never stop creating because every product you produce is a legacy for future generations and a driver for a more advanced West Java economy," Sumasna concluded.

Chairman of Dekranasda West Java, Noneng Komara Nengsih, stated that PKJB 2025 is also a promotional platform for the 27 Dekranasda of cities/regencies in West Java.

Besides product promotion, Noneng said the event also features a product innovation week from West Java artisans, workshops, and the Dekranasda West Java Awards.

"Previously, we received nine National Craft Awards, and hopefully, we can get more awards this time," she said.

Noneng hopes that PKJB can continue producing resilient artisans, boost West Java’s economic growth, and open new jobs to reduce unemployment in West Java.

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West Java Prepares Five Regions for Semiconductor and Data Center Development

The West Java Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services Agency (DPMPTSP) is developing investment clusters across 27 regencies and cities to attract capital-intensive investments in leading sectors, particularly semiconductors and data centers. Head of West Java DPMPTSP, Dedi Taufik, stated that the agency has observed a shift in global investment trends in recent years—from infrastructure-focused investments toward high-technology sectors. “We are implementing a thematic regional investment approach in West Java,” Dedi said on Monday (February 23, 2026). Global Trends: AI and CHIPS Policies Drive Semiconductor Growth By 2025, global investment trends are expected to be dominated by the data center and semiconductor sectors, both of which are experiencing significant growth. Data centers alone are projected to account for approximately one-fifth of the total value of new global investment projects. According to Dedi, the surge in semiconductor project value—often disproportionate to the number of projects—is driven by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and chip sovereignty policies such as the CHIPS and Science Act in the United States, as well as similar initiatives in Europe and Asia. He added that global capital flows are becoming increasingly selective, prioritizing high-value strategic projects rather than conventional factory expansions. Meanwhile, several sectors—including infrastructure, renewable energy, and tariff-sensitive industries such as textiles, electronics, and machinery—have experienced declining investment. Five Regions Prepared Based on investment cluster mapping, five regions in West Java are being prepared as hubs for the development of downstream electronics and semiconductor industries, namely: Bekasi Regency Karawang Regency Subang Regency Purwakarta Regency Sukabumi Regency In addition, West Java is projected to become a national hub for digital economy development and data center investment. Currently, more than 30 companies have already invested in data center projects across the province. The primary locations for data center investments are located in the industrial areas of Bekasi Regency, Karawang Regency, and Purwakarta Regency. By 2025, the Bodekarpur region is expected to record approximately Rp26 trillion in investment in the information and communications sector, while the Greater Bandung region is projected to attract around Rp3.40 trillion. [Source]

Mar, 11 2026

Rokhmin Dahuri Brings Investors from China, Visits PPN Kejawanan and Gebang Ports in Cirebon

Jakarta, Gesuri.id – Member of Commission IV of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI), Rokhmin Dahuri, continues to make maximum efforts to contribute to the development progress in Cirebon and Indramayu. As a member of parliament representing the electoral districts (Dapil) of Cirebon Regency, Cirebon City, and Indramayu Regency, Prof. Rokhmin Dahuri has obligations toward his constituents and electoral districts. On Thursday, September 18, 2025, this Commission IV member brought investors from China to observe conditions at the Nusantara Fishing Port (Pelabuhan Perikanan Nusantara, PPN) Kejawanan and Gebang in Cirebon Regency. Rokhmin and the Chinese investors were welcomed by the leadership and staff at PPN Kejawanan. The PPN Kejawanan officials then presented investment potentials available for the investors. During the occasion, Rokhmin said that contributions to Cirebon-Indramayu are not only through central government programs or the state budget (APBN). “Contributions to the electoral district are not just programs but also efforts to bring in investors,” he said on Thursday (September 18, 2025). He hopes the investors brought along this time can invest significantly in Cirebon, and that the Kejawanan Port will continue to advance and be enjoyed by both the community and local government. Several fish processing factories in the port area were also visited, including factories processing squid, crabs, and blue swimming crabs. [SOURCE]

Dec, 12 2025

PERWABARA Holds National Symposium, Indigenous Peoples Become Main Subject of Sustainable Investment

The event was officially opened by the Acting Regent of North Barito, represented by Regional Secretary Drs. Muhlis, who emphasized in his speech the importance of the role of indigenous peoples in supporting sustainable investment. “The local government is committed to continuing to encourage the involvement of indigenous peoples in all economic activities, so that the benefits can be felt directly by the community,” he said. The Chair of the Symposium Committee, Gusti Rahmadijaya, said that this event was born out of collaboration between local youth, social observers, and community leaders who care about the future of North Barito. “We want to ensure that indigenous peoples are not just spectators to the presence of investment in this region. They must be part of the development process, working in synergy with investors, so that the benefits are real for the common good,” said Gusti. The Chairman of PERWABARA, H. Ajidinnor, SH, emphasized that this year's symposium raised the theme “Indigenous Peoples as Important Actors in the World of Investment.” According to him, this theme is relevant to the region's need to maintain a balance between economic development and cultural preservation. “PERWABARA will always support investors who are committed to running their businesses in accordance with regulations. We want to encourage the creation of a healthy investment ecosystem that supports both entrepreneurs and the community,” explained Aji. The Secretary of North Barito, Drs. Muhlis, in his speech emphasized that the government will continue to oversee investment activities so that they are in line with the interests of indigenous peoples. “This symposium is a momentum to align perceptions. We have agreed that in the future, indigenous peoples can increase their role in the local economy, while investors support the community's economy in a sustainable manner,” he said. The symposium produced important recommendations, including encouraging the establishment of a communication forum between investors, the government, and indigenous peoples; strengthening regulations that protect the rights of local communities; and providing skills training so that residents can play an active role in investment projects. This activity is clear evidence that synergy between the government, indigenous peoples, and investors can create inclusive development that respects local wisdom while promoting economic growth. (Car). [SOURCE]

Dec, 15 2025

New Rp10.629 Trillion SPAM to Supply Drinking Water to the Public, but Not for Free!

Capable of supplying water to the community, the Drinking Water Supply System (SPAM) was built for IDR 10.629 trillion in West Java. This infrastructure was built because the availability of ready-to-drink water in West Java has become difficult to obtain. This is because the available water has difficulty keeping up with the population growth in it. Therefore, this SPAM infrastructure needs to be built to supply the need for ready-to-consume water in this area. Currently, the West Java Provincial Government is planning to build a SPAM to increase the availability of clean water. The water to be produced by this SPAM is planned to be taken from the Cimanuk River with a capacity of 1,500 liters/second. 5 regions in West Java will benefit from the presence of this SPAM including Sumedang Regency 100 1pd, Indramayu Regency 450 1pd, Majalengka Regency 300 1pd, Cirebon Regency 150 1pd, and Cirebon City 500 1pd so that the total reaches 1,500 1pd. To realize its development, this infrastructure in West Java requires an investment cost of Rp.10.639 trillion. This budget will later return to the government through a 30-year tariff recovery scheme. Communities in the 5 regions that use SPAM water facilities in West Java will be charged a tariff of IDR 3,390 per cubic meter. The infrastructure supplying clean water needs in West Java in question is Jatigede SPAM. If according to the plan, SPAM Jatigede will be completed in 2029 with the application of the water purchase price after construction is completed. The Jatigede SPAM project received a PDF facility from the Ministry of Finance with PT SMI assisting the West Java Provincial Government in the preparation stage until the transaction. Currently, the Jatigede SPAM project is in the Final Business Case (FBC) document evaluation stage and the first phase of construction is ready to be carried out. SOURCE

Aug, 30 2024

Disbursing IDR 26 Trillion, Japan Dominates Investment in West Java!

Warta Ekonomi, Bandung - West Java was recorded as successful in recording investment realization throughout 2023 of IDR 210.6 trillion, or 112% of the target set by the Ministry of Investment. This achievement 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, supported by maintained household consumption and the performance of leading economic sectors, West Java's economic growth in 2023 is estimated at 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 is the key to the realization of West Java investment which will accelerate in 2023. "This is a necessary condition in creating a conducive and trustworthy investment climate for investors," Bambang told reporters after taking part in Bewara Jawa Barat (BEJA) Vol. 2 with the theme "West Java Investment Report 2023 and Economic Outlook 2024" at Gedung Sate, Bandung City, Tuesday (30/1/2024). Apart from that, high investment realization also plays an important role in driving West Java's economic growth along with the value of the Incremental Capital Output Ratio (ICOR) which is relatively stable from year to year. Therefore, all stakeholders related to investment in West Java also need to actively carry out 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 secure investment fund placement options. comfortable. However, said Bambang, in the future the realization of this superior investment, in addition to competitive ones such as the West Java International Airport (BIJB), it is necessary to make equal distribution efforts throughout the West Java region. "This is in line with the investment distribution map in West Java which is concentrated in the northern part, such as Bekasi Regency (25%) to Karawang Regency (22%). "Welcoming 2024," he said. According to him, 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 further strengthened. Various investment acceleration programs will also focus on improving sustainable investment policies, competitive investment services and incentives, as well as focusing on value-added and green investment-oriented investments. Bambang added that the downstream policy is 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 estimated to remain high and be in the range of 4.9% – 5.7% (yoy)," he explained. Meanwhile, Acting Regional Secretary of West Java Province, Taufiq Budi Santoso, said that 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 provides a message to the public that investment is one of the driving forces of the economy in West Java," he said. On the same occasion, Head of the West Java Province One Stop Investment and Integrated Services Service, Nining Yulistiani, said that nationally, Singapore is the largest investor in Indonesia. Meanwhile, for West Java Province, Japan still dominates investment with a value of IDR 26.65 trillion with more than 6,900 projects. Next followed by Singapore, China, South Korea, Malaysia and the Netherlands. Meanwhile, several large companies investing in West Java include foreign investment (PMA) such as KCIC with an investment of more than IDR 21 trillion, PT Indah KIA, Elkrim Power (an electric vehicle battery company), Toyota Indonesia and Satellite Nusantara Giga. "Meanwhile, PMDN is for industrial areas such as Lippo Cikarang, Jasa Marga, food and beverage industries such as Mayora and Gunung Raja Paksi TBK," he said. He added that investment realization in the Rebana area was quite high, namely IDR 17.38 trillion, higher than in 2022. "Meanwhile, investment in South West Java continues to increase. Investment is IDR 11.8 trillion," he said. The performance of MSEs in West Java also shows a positive trend with the realization of investment of IDR 48.1 trillion with 700 thousand projects "Of course this is a source of high employment because these MSEs are labor intensive," he concluded. (SOURCE)

Jan, 31 2024

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