The India–Indonesia business corridor continues to gain momentum, and the closing chapter of 2025 brought that energy into sharp focus. The IndCham Year-End Gathering 2025 convened diplomats, government leaders, industry visionaries, and business stakeholders for an evening that celebrated progress, partnerships, and the shared ambitions that will shape 2026.

Held in Jakarta, the event brought together more than 200 members of the business community, reflecting the expanding influence of IndCham as a platform that bridges opportunities between the two countries.

A Symbolic Gathering of Leadership

One of the strongest signals of the evening’s significance was the presence of Pak Nezar Patria, Vice Minister of Communication & Digital Affairs of Indonesia. His participation underscored Indonesia’s commitment to deeper collaboration with India in areas such as digital transformation, cybersecurity, AI innovation, and talent development.

In his interactions with members, Pak Nezar emphasized the rising role of India’s digital expertise and how Indonesia’s booming digital economy provides fertile ground for bilateral cooperation.

India’s Perspective: Ambassador Sandeep Chakravorty on Collaboration and Trust

H.E. Sandeep Chakravorty, Ambassador of India to Indonesia, delivered one of the most compelling messages of the evening.

He highlighted:

• The growing strategic synergy between India and Indonesia
• India’s increasing role in supporting Indonesia’s digital and economic ambitions
• The importance of business chambers like IndCham in enabling trust and lowering entry barriers
• The unique alignment of values, culture, and economic aspirations across both countries

His message reinforced a key theme: the India–Indonesia partnership is no longer aspirational — it is operational, growing, and accelerating.

Indonesia’s Economic Momentum: Insights from Bapak Anindya Bakrie

Bapak Anindya Bakrie, Chairman of KADIN, shared strong reflections on Indonesia’s economic trajectory.

He spoke about:

• Indonesia’s position as a rising economic powerhouse in ASEAN
• New opportunities driven by manufacturing expansion, downstreaming, and digital commerce
• The strategic importance of India as both a collaborator and a market
• The need for continuous dialogue between Indonesian and Indian companies

His remarks set a tone of confidence, emphasizing that collaboration—not competition, will define the next decade of growth for the region.

Indonesia Economic Outlook 2026 - A Data-Backed View from Bank Permata

A key highlight of the evening was the analytical session by Pak Joshua from Bank Permata, who presented the Indonesia Economic Outlook for 2026.

His outlook was grounded in three core insights:

1. Stable and Resilient Growth

Indonesia is well-positioned to maintain steady GDP growth, supported by strong domestic consumption, infrastructure spending, and a robust middle class.

2. Digital Economy as a Growth Engine

He highlighted that Indonesia’s digital economy—already among the fastest growing globally—will continue to expand in 2026, driven by fintech, e-commerce, and AI-enabled services.

3. Sectoral Opportunities

Pak Joshua focused on upcoming openings in:

• Financial services
• Manufacturing & supply chain
• Green energy
• Technology and digital infrastructure

His session provided strategic clarity for businesses preparing their 2026 playbook, reinforcing Indonesia’s role as one of Asia’s most promising investment landscapes.

Grand Launch of Hubs: A New Platform for Business Collaboration

The evening also witnessed the Grand Launch of Hubs, a new IndCham initiative designed to enable:

• Deeper industry-specific networking
• Knowledge exchange
• Cross-sector collaboration
• Business access for members exploring opportunities in Indonesia and India

Hubs represents IndCham’s next step in becoming a more structured, insight-driven platform for the business community.

Partners Who Made It Possible

The event acknowledged the support of its sponsors:

Bank Permata, FieldAssist, Sucofindo, Trade Asia, and Finsure — organizations that continue to contribute to the India–Indonesia ecosystem in meaningful ways.

A Community Looking Ahead

The Year-End Gathering was more than just a networking event. It was a reflection of a maturing business corridor and a preview of what is to come in 2026.

With stronger government participation, deeper industry interest, and an increasingly engaged business community, the India–Indonesia economic relationship is entering a new phase—one defined by technology, trust, and shared growth.

IndCham will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping this journey.