Minister of Industry Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita expressed appreciation to Chery for its contribution to the development of environmentally friendly vehicles in Indonesia. The government supports Chery’s participation in the Low Carbon Emission Vehicle (LCEV) program through the development of three technologies: Full Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, and Electric Vehicle (EV).

“This investment commitment shows Chery’s seriousness in strengthening the national automotive industry, especially in low-emission and electric-based vehicles. The government will continue to push for the acceleration of this investment,” said the Minister in Jakarta on Tuesday (14/10).

Chery’s Investment to Reach Rp 5.25 Trillion by 2030

Chery began its investment in Indonesia in 2024 and has committed to continuing until 2030. The cumulative investment value will exceed Rp 5.2 trillion. It includes the development of production facilities in Indonesia, either through partnerships or by building its own factory.

The Indonesian government has asked Chery to submit a more detailed business plan for the next five years. This includes plans related to strengthening production capacity and export strategies. “We hope Indonesia can become the production and export base for Chery’s electric vehicles (EVs) in the ASEAN region,” the Minister added.

EV Sales in Indonesia Show Positive Growth

National sales data show a positive trend for environmentally friendly vehicles. The market share of battery electric vehicles (BEV) rose significantly, from just 0.08% in 2021 to 10.22% of the total four-wheeled vehicle market from January to August 2025. Chery currently holds the fourth position among BEV brands with the highest sales in Indonesia.

Government Encourages Expansion of Green Vehicle Lineup

The government encourages Chery to expand its lineup of environmentally friendly vehicles in Indonesia to meet domestic consumer preferences. The Ministry of Industry is also opening opportunities for broader collaboration in the development of technology, human resources, and the EV industry ecosystem.

Chery Urged to Use Indonesia as an Export Base to ASEAN and Australia

The Ministry also requested Chery to position Indonesia as its production base and to export to ASEAN countries and Australia. This is based on Chery’s strong brand presence in Australia and the similarity of vehicle platforms with models produced in Indonesia.

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