Global Scans · Indonesia · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEXT?: Indonesia's GDP is forecast to grow at 5% a year over 2016-2020, supported by strong growth in consumer demand and infrastructure investment. She is likely to be among the star economic performers for at least the next decade but at the same time faces great challenges to overcome past political and social issues.

• [New] Indonesia needs $31 billion of investment by 2030 and $92 billion by 2050 to decarbonize its coal-heavy captive power sector. Winssolutions - World Innovative Sustainable Solutions
• [New] Indonesia is advancing its economic diplomacy by preparing to accede to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) in 2026, alongside Mexico and Peru. Antara
• [New] By 2030, Indonesia aims to integrate AI across all tourism touchpoints, including smart hotels, eco-friendly transport, and personalized visitor services. Travel And Tour World
• [New] By 2026, several key Indonesian destinations are expected to become fully AI-integrated tourist zones, where every aspect of the travel journey from arrival to departure is enhanced through technology. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Coordinating Minister for the Economy Airlangga Hartarto has confirmed that the Indonesian government plans to contribute US$ 1 billion (Rp16.66 trillion) as an initial capital contribution to support the financial arm of BRICS - the New Development Bank. Indonesia Business Post
• [New] Indonesia will eliminate 90% of tariffs on American exports including for all agricultural products. RFD-TV
• [New] Indonesia offers one of the world's most significant opportunities for high-integrity forest carbon projects. Space Intelligence
• [New] Indonesia sits at the center of one of the world's biggest nature-based climate opportunities. Space Intelligence

Last updated: 29 December 2025