Berebut Dana INA di Proyek Perdana

Summary

This script discusses Indonesia's post-pandemic economic recovery efforts, focusing on the establishment of the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA). The government aims to attract global investors to long-term projects in infrastructure, including toll roads, airports, and ports. It also targets sectors like digital infrastructure, healthcare, and energy. Key incentives for investors include tax exemptions and reduced rates on reinvested profits. INA's role in managing foreign investments and promoting interconnectivity across Indonesia is highlighted, along with the expectation that these investments will drive significant economic growth and development.

Takeaways

• 😀 Indonesia has started to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, with a decline in cases, and the government is focusing on large-scale investments to drive economic recovery.
• 😀 The Indonesia Investment Authority (LPI) has been established to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) and is expected to manage funds from global investors for long-term development projects.
• 😀 LPI was initially funded with 15 trillion IDR from the 2020 state budget, with plans to increase this to 75 trillion IDR by the end of 2021.
• 😀 LPI aims to attract global investors from major countries such as the United States, Japan, and Abu Dhabi, with letters of interest already submitted.
• 😀 In the first year of operation (2021), LPI will focus on infrastructure projects, including toll roads, airports, and ports to improve interconnectivity and stimulate economic growth.
• 😀 Key infrastructure projects include the development of toll roads like the Kanci-Pejagan and Medan-Binjai routes, as well as airports such as Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and Sultan Hasanuddin Airport.
• 😀 The government is also prioritizing port development, with plans to improve the capabilities of Pelabuhan Indonesia 1-4, positioning Indonesia as a global player in the port sector.
• 😀 Non-infrastructure sectors such as digital infrastructure, logistics, healthcare, renewable energy, waste management, consumer goods, and tourism are also identified as potential areas for investment.
• 😀 To incentivize investment, the government offers tax exemptions for foreign investors who reinvest their profits back into Indonesia for at least three years.
• 😀 The goal is to create a sustainable investment environment where foreign capital remains in Indonesia for the long term, benefiting national development and economic growth.

Q & A

What is the role of the Indonesia Investment Authority (LPI)?

The Indonesia Investment Authority (LPI) is responsible for managing and attracting foreign direct investments (FDI) into Indonesia. It is designed to attract long-term investments and help finance key national infrastructure and development projects.

How much initial funding was allocated to LPI, and what is the target by the end of 2021?

The initial funding allocated to LPI was 15 trillion Rupiah from the 2020 state budget, with the target to increase this amount to 75 trillion Rupiah by the end of 2021.

Which countries have shown interest in investing in Indonesia through LPI?

Global investors from countries such as the United States, Japan, and Abu Dhabi have shown interest in investing in Indonesia through the LPI.

What are some of the key infrastructure projects being offered to foreign investors?

Key infrastructure projects include toll roads, airports (e.g., Soekarno-Hatta and Sultan Hasanuddin), and ports managed by PT Pelabuhan Indonesia. These are being offered to attract foreign investors to improve Indonesia’s infrastructure.

Why are airports, especially Soekarno-Hatta, important for Indonesia's investment strategy?

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta is one of the busiest airports globally, and its development is crucial to improving Indonesia's connectivity, boosting tourism, and supporting economic growth.

How does LPI plan to support Indonesia’s maritime sector?

LPI is targeting Indonesia's ports, aiming to enhance port infrastructure and operations. By doing so, it intends to make Indonesia a major player in global maritime trade.

What are some of the non-infrastructure sectors that LPI is focusing on for future investment?

LPI is focusing on non-infrastructure sectors such as digital infrastructure, logistics, healthcare, renewable energy, waste management, consumer sectors, and tourism to diversify and strengthen the economy.

What tax incentives are being offered to foreign investors through LPI?

Foreign investors are offered tax exemptions, such as being exempt from income tax (PPh) if they reinvest their earnings in Indonesia for at least three years. If they do not reinvest, they will be subject to a final tax rate of 7.5%.

How does LPI aim to ensure long-term investments in Indonesia?

LPI focuses on attracting long-term investments by offering incentives like tax exemptions and by encouraging global investors to contribute to infrastructure and other development projects that will benefit Indonesia for years to come.

What role does the consumer sector play in Indonesia's economic growth strategy?

The consumer sector plays a significant role in Indonesia's economy, as household consumption is a major contributor to economic growth. LPI aims to tap into this potential by attracting investments in consumer-driven industries.