Airlangga points to growth and investment in Indonesia’s 2027 outlook

Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said he was confident about the country’s prospects for 2027, citing investment, manufacturing expansion and economic growth. He addressed a November 2026 economic and diplomatic breakfast organised by the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) in Jakarta.

Airlangga said Indonesia had sustained its economic performance despite uncertainty linked to geopolitics, fluctuating energy prices and pressure on international trade and investment. He cited third-quarter growth of 5.47 per cent in 2026 and inflation of 3.23 per cent.

Realised investment totalled Rp1,539.2 trillion, reaching 75.4 per cent of the full-year target, he said. Foreign exchange reserves stood at US$146.8 billion, covering 5.3 months of imports, while the trade surplus was US$3.36 billion. The manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index registered 54.0, indicating continued expansion.

The minister urged ambassadors, partner-country representatives and Kadin officials to deepen economic cooperation and encourage investment. He said the government remained open to proposals and investment opportunities, describing investment as a key contributor to stronger growth.

Kadin Indonesia Deputy Chairman for Foreign Affairs Coordination James T Riady said businesses were prepared to work more closely with the government to attract investment. He added that Kadin would continue encouraging ambassadors and embassies to connect Indonesia with overseas investors.