As part of the government's ongoing efforts to streamline national logistics costs, the Ministry of National Development Planning/Bappenas has once again partnered with ARISE+ Indonesia to conduct a study on the national logistics cost. Following the previous policy study conducted at the macro level in 2022-2023, this new study focuses on the meso level, considering the characteristics of goods movement across regions in Indonesia. While the macro-level study provided an overview of national logistics costs, the meso-level study aims to offer a more detailed and comprehensive picture of the logistics cost structure by examining costs between regions and modes of transportation, thus enabling the formulation of more effective policies.
The Directorate of Trade Defense (DPP) at the Ministry of Trade, in collaboration with ARISE+ Indonesia, developed a tool to standardise the calculation of the margin of injury. Designed to ensure calculation consistency and efficiency, the tool supports trade investigators at the DPP, the Indonesian Anti-Dumping Committee (KADI), and the Indonesian Safeguards Committee (KPPI). Training sessions were organised to equip trade investigators and analysts with the skills to use this tool effectively. The development of this tool and the accompanying capacity-building programme aim to enhance the skills and capabilities of trade investigators, thereby strengthening Indonesia's ability to protect its exporters during trade remedy investigations initiated by other countries.
As ARISE+ Indonesia draws to a close after five and a half years of implementation, the programme is poised to leave a lasting legacy that will strengthen Indonesia's trade competitiveness and attract European investment to the region. The launch of the Attraction Plan for EU Investment in Indonesia and the initiation of the re-establishment of the EU Desk at the BKPM on 25 April 2024 are marked as key milestones among its achievements.
Today, the Ministry of Investment/BKPM and the European Union (EU) Delegation to Indonesia unveiled the "Attraction Plan for EU Investment in Indonesia " at the Ministry of Investment (BKPM) premises.
In the face of a challenging global investment landscape, the Ministry of Investment/BKPM is taking proactive steps to bolster Indonesia's attractiveness to international investors. With an ambitious investment target of 1,650 trillion Rupiah for 2024, the Ministry recognizes the urgent need for capacity building among its Investment Planning and Promotion Units. The workshop aimed to enhance the participants' understanding of investment project dynamics and equip them with the necessary skills and tools to conceptualise, package and promote investable projects, engage effectively with potential investors and financial institutions, and ultimately increase investment realization, particularly from the European Union.
Ghanna Wivanius and her team are relieved and proud to have successfully completed their duties as part of the Indonesian negotiating delegation at the 13th World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial Conference, led by Djatmiko Bris Witjaksono, the Director General of International Trade Negotiations at the Ministry of Trade. The meeting took place from 26 February – 2 March 2024 in Abu Dhabi, United Emirates Arab.
As Indonesia engages in regional and global economic integration through Regional Trade Agreement (RTA) negotiations, it is imperative to consider the impact on MSMEs and the potential benefits they could gain from an enabling trading environment. This is because MSMEs are the backbone of the Indonesian economy, where they represent 99% of Indonesian businesses and generate more than 50% of GDP. MSMEs in Indonesia create 92% of jobs for low-skilled workers, and offer opportunities for women in rural areas. By supporting the growth and sustainability of MSMEs, Indonesia can tackle unemployment challenges and promote inclusive economic development.
The participation of Tanti Harlianti, a Policy Planner for Economy and Natural Resources at Bappeda of West Java Province, in the Workshop on Sharpening the Measurement of the Indonesian Blue Economy Index (IBEI) was a timely opportunity. This workshop, organized by the Ministry of National Development Planning/Bappenas with the support of ARISE+ Indonesia on 15-16 February 2024, was particularly relevant as Bappeda West Java is in the midst of preparing the Regional Long-Term Development Plan for 2025-2030. "This invitation presents a valuable opportunity for us, as we are integrating the blue economy into West Java's development planning to drive economic transformation," Tanti remarked.
In the lively coastal town of Tanjung Balai Asahan in North Sumatera, a transformative wave of knowledge has recently swept through the professional life of Bardi, a committed Quality Control Officer at the local fish processing unit. His immersion in a sea of invaluable insights regarding the export potential and requirements for shellfish (Live Bivalve Molluscs) products to various countries, including the European Union has not only broadened his professional horizon but also promises to navigate his company towards uncharted markets.
The Ministry of Investment (BKPM), in partnership with ARISE+ Indonesia, is currently gearing up to launch the Indonesia-EU Investment Attraction Plan in the first semester of 2024. The preliminary draft of this strategic Plan recently underwent a crucial consultation process, engaging key stakeholders such as BKPM, Bappenas, the Coordinating Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Investment, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The latest meeting took place on December 8, 2023, at the BKPM office in Jakarta, serving as a significant forum for gathering valuable input from stakeholders.
