Jakarta – Global geopolitical uncertainty — ranging from trade wars and supply chain disruptions to the energy crisis — has in fact positioned Indonesia strategically within the global economic landscape. Supported by a strong domestic market, demographic bonus, abundant natural resources, and growing global demand for critical minerals and energy, Indonesia is increasingly becoming a focal point for international investors.

The statement was delivered by Coordinating Vice Chairman for Foreign Affairs of Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin Indonesia), James T. Riady, during the Kadin Indonesia Monthly Diplomatic Economic Breakfast held at the 3rd Floor Auditorium of Wisma Danantara Indonesia on Friday (08/05/2026). The event featured Indonesia’s Minister of Investment and Downstreaming/Head of BKPM and CEO of Danantara Indonesia, Rosan P. Roeslani, as well as Chairman of Kadin Indonesia Anindya Novyan Bakrie. The event was also attended by dozens of ambassadors and members of the diplomatic corps, regional Kadin leaders, business representatives, and government officials.

James said the world is currently facing increasingly complex economic challenges, ranging from geopolitical tensions, shifts in global supply chains, energy security crises, and rising protectionism to slowing global economic growth.

“Today, economics and geopolitics are deeply intertwined,” James Riady said.

According to him, amid growing global uncertainty, dialogue, trust, and economic cooperation have become increasingly important. He noted that the strong enthusiasm shown by participants at the forum reflected the international community’s growing need for closer communication and economic collaboration with Indonesia.

James revealed that more than 250 participants attended the event, including approximately 58 ambassadors and members of the diplomatic corps, 20 regional Kadin chairpersons from across Indonesia, ministry leaders, foreign chambers of commerce, heads of bilateral committees, as well as national and international business communities.

According to James, Indonesia’s position is becoming increasingly strategic as the world searches for new centers of economic growth, new investment destinations, sources of energy security, and supplies of critical minerals to support global industrial transformation.

“Indonesia continues to stand in a position of strategic relevance and long-term opportunity,” he stated.

James assessed that Indonesia remains one of the world’s largest emerging markets, supported by strong demographics, abundant natural resources, and steadily growing domestic demand. Therefore, he said, the presence of institutions such as Danantara Indonesia is becoming increasingly important in accelerating Indonesia’s long-term economic transformation.

Under the leadership of Rosan Roeslani, James added, Danantara plays a strategic role in accelerating investment, strengthening investor confidence, and promoting national economic development.

James also emphasized the importance of Kadin Indonesia’s role under the leadership of Anindya Bakrie as a bridge between the government and the business sector, between international partners and regional opportunities, and between economic vision and practical implementation on the ground.

“Kadin must continue to play its role as a bridge between government and business, between international partners and regional opportunities, and between economic vision and practical execution on the ground,” he said.

According to James, the Diplomatic Economic Breakfast forum is not merely a ceremonial event, but rather a strategic platform to build economic relations, strengthen international engagement, and encourage concrete collaboration. He also expressed appreciation to Rosan Roeslani for facilitating the event at Wisma Danantara Indonesia.

James stated that Rosan serves not only as Minister of Investment and CEO of Danantara, but also as a former Chairman of Kadin Indonesia who has made significant contributions to strengthening relations between national and international business communities.

On the same occasion, James also praised Anindya Bakrie’s leadership, which he said continues to strengthen Kadin Indonesia’s role both nationally and globally. The forum concluded with business discussions, diplomatic networking sessions, and several group photo sessions involving Kadin leaders, ambassadors, regional leaders, foreign chambers of commerce, and national business representatives.

Amid a world increasingly marked by geopolitical uncertainty and economic fragmentation, James Riady stressed that the future will no longer be shaped solely by the power of nations, but by the ability to build dialogue, trust, and cross-border collaboration. And amid those global changes, Indonesia seeks to stand not merely as a large market, but as a center of growth and a strategic partner to the world.