JAKARTA, RAKYAT NEWS – Minister of Investment Rosan Roeslani is optimistic that foreign investment in Indonesia will see significant growth, especially with the operational launch of Danantara. During the Economic Outlook 2025, held on February 26, 2025, Rosan highlighted the potential for Indonesia to attract more foreign capital, which is crucial for the country’s economic growth.

According to Roeslani, Indonesia should aim to capture one-third of the foreign investment flowing into ASEAN countries. Data from Statista reveals that total foreign investment in ASEAN countries reached $230 billion in 2023. However, Indonesia only received $47.34 billion, representing about 20.58% of the total, while Singapore secured a substantial $160 billion or 70% of the region’s total foreign investment.

Rosan emphasized that Indonesia, with a population of 270 million and contributing 36% of ASEAN’s economic output, has the potential to attract more investment. He believes that foreign investment in Indonesia should align with the country’s economic standing and population size. The goal is for Indonesia to receive at least 30% of the total foreign investment in ASEAN.

Despite these challenges, Roeslani expressed confidence in the government’s policies aimed at boosting foreign investment. One of the key strategies to reduce reliance on foreign funds is the operation of Danantara. This initiative is expected to raise $300 trillion from national budget efficiencies, which would provide a significant source of funding for the country.

Danantara is expected to play a crucial role in diversifying the country’s investment sources. Rosan pointed out that, with the current geopolitical and geo-economic tensions, relying solely on foreign capital is no longer sustainable. Instead, Danantara’s funding will be used for investments that align with government-set parameters and make a significant impact on the society.

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