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Investment Briefing on Indonesia's National Strategic Projects, February 13 2020

An Investment Briefing on Indonesia's National Strategic Projects which was focused on infrastructure, energy and digital connectivity was held on February 13, 2020, with H.E. Luhut Pandjaitan, the Coordinating Minister for Maritime and Investment Affairs of Indonesia. The Minister of Trade H.E. Agus Suparmanto, ICT Minister H.E. Johnny G Plate, and Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs H.E. Mahendra Siregar were also in attendance. The event was co-organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Washington D.C, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, US-ASEAN Business Council (US-ABC), US Chamber of Commerce, and Business Council for International Understanding BCIU).

Roundtable with Trade Minister Agus Suparmanto

During the visit of Trade Minister Agus Suparmanto to Washington D.C, Alex Feldman and the US-ABC Indonesia team were warmly welcomed by Trade Minister Agus Suparmanto and his team at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Washington D.C. Both parties had a constructive discussion on strengthening the public-private cooperation and supporting the Ministry of Trade’s goals to balance US-Indonesia trade, double the bilateral trade value, reduce trade barriers, and increase investment climate in Indonesia.

2019 Indonesia Business Mission, December 3-5

On December 3-5, The US-ASEAN Business Council (US-ABC) brought a delegation of 46 American companies, the largest delegation to Indonesia since the US-ABC was founded in 1984 and tying the record for the largest delegation to any country, to meet President Joko Widodo and representatives of his new cabinet during its 2019 Indonesia Business Mission. The almost 100 executives participated in the three-day mission met with key Government leaders across 19 agencies including Governor of Jakarta. The Council also hosted a reception with The U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr. President and CEO US-ABC, Alexander C. Feldman co-led the mission with US-ABC Indonesia Committee Chair LV Vaidyanathan, President Director, PT. Procter & Gamble Home Products Indonesia; US-ABC Indonesia Committee incoming Chair, Batara Sianturi, Chief Executive Officer of Citi Indonesia; and USABC Senior Vice President and Regional Managing Director Ambassador Michael W. Michalak

Farewell luncheon for H.E. Ambassador Mahendra Siregar, November 19

On November 19, 2019 in St. Regis, Washington D.C., the US-ASEAN Business Council and its members bid farewell to H.E. Mahendra Siregar, the former Indonesian Ambassador to the U.S. who had been confirmed as Vice Foreign Minister of Foreign Affairs. This Luncheon was also held in honor of H.E. Jerry Sambuaga, the Vice Minister of Trade of Indonesia

Registry Open for Euromoney’s Indonesia Financing and Investment Forum 2019, November 20, 2019

Euromoney’s Indonesia Financing and Investment Forum 2019 returns to Jakarta on 20 November. Over 500 regional and global business leaders, investors, multi-national corporates, government officials and policy makers will be in attendance this November to explore the opportunities and discuss the economic outlook and investment trends in 2020. Attendance is free* for corporates and investors. Register now to save your place or send your details to rsvp@euromoneyasia.com.

“Indonesia Innovation Series: Empowering Innovation, Creativity and Upskilling Talent for National Development“, August 26

The US-ASEAN Business Council held its inaugural Indonesia Innovation Series in conjunction with the Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education’s National Technology Awakening Day (HAKTEKNAS) in the Auditorium of Bali Governor’s Office. During the event, US-ABC member companies showcase their innovative programs and initiatives aiming to improve national development. From left to right: Ms. Kim Yaeger (Director of Maritime Southeast Asia, US-ASEAN Business Council), Mr. Wilson Andrew (Head of Government Affairs, JUUL Labs), Mr. Eddy Satriya, MA. (Deputy Assistant for ICT and Utilities, Coordinating Ministry of Economic Affairs), Mr. I Wayan Suarjana, SE, MT (Deputy Governor for General Administration, Bali Province Secretariat), Dr. Ir. Jumain Appe (Director General of Innovation, Ministry of Research and Higher Education), Ambassador Michael W. Michalak (Senior Vice President and Regional Managing Director, US-ASEAN Business Council), Ms. Nada Marsudi (Head of Bureau, Cooperation and Public Communication, Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education), Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Wyasa Putra (Deputy Rector, Udayana University), Ms. Tias Gatra Annisa (Regulatory Affairs, RRP Manager, Philip Morris International), Choo Pin Ang (Senior Director for Government and Corporate Affairs, Expedia Group), Nies Purwati (Director, Government Affairs, Southeast Asia, Qualcomm), Mr. Fritz Winata (Director of Market Development and Business Solutions, Visa), Mr. Landry Haryo Subianto (Chief Country Representative, US-ASEAN Business Council) and Mr. Angga Antagia (Country Representative, US-ASEAN Business Council).

Welcome Luncheon in Honor of H.E. Mahendra Siregar, Ambassador of Indonesia to the U.S.

On April 18, the Council hosted a welcome luncheon for the new Indonesian Ambassador, H.E. Mahendra Siregar. We look forward to working with Ambassador Siregar to continue to strengthen US-Indonesia ties and maintain engagement on trade and investment issues.

Farewell luncheon for H.E. Ambassador Budi Bowoleksono, February 12

On February 12, 2019, the Council hosted a farewell luncheon for H.E. Ambassador Budi Bowoleksono before his return to Indonesia after five years of service in Washington, DC. Ambassador Bowoleksono has made tremendous progress in promoting U.S.-Indonesia relations and it has been our pleasure working with Ambassador Bowoleksono in Washington.