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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 is on track to become one of the world's top five largest economies by 2045. OBSERVER - the latest information about Indonesian new
• [New] Investing in leadership and talent development has become more crucial, as Indonesia's Vision 2045 will depend heavily on the young generations in leading transformation across sectors with innovation, adaptability, and resilience. OBSERVER - the latest information about Indonesian new
• [New] Whether Indonesia succeeds or fails in overcoming malnutrition will directly affect the entire Southeast Asian region, from health outcomes and economic competitiveness to regional credibility and solidarity. OBSERVER - the latest information about Indonesian new
• [New] The Indonesian Army will establish 750 new combat battalions by 2029 to bolster defence in strategic and conflict-prone regions. The Asia Cable
• Indonesia, one of APAC's younger countries with 22 million over-64s today (rising to 27 million by 2030), presents unique opportunities in the nascent senior living landscape through SEZs. RE Talk Asia
• Implementing a service fee above $150 per ton could generate sufficient revenue to subsidize UCO-based hydroprocessed esters and fatty acids fuel production, helping Indonesia meet its 1% SAF blending target by 2027. CSPO Watch
• Under the proposed regulation, Indonesia will seek to gradually increase the SAF blend to 5% by 2035. CSPO Watch
• Within the next three months, Indonesia will build a more advanced AI systems for customs. CSPO Watch
• Regionally, China's bid for guaranteed palm oil supplies from Indonesia could reshape Southeast Asia's agricultural trade, influencing both intra-ASEAN flows and inter-regional trade between Southeast and East Asia. CSPO Watch
• Economic diplomacy has created many opportunities for Indonesia. Deutsche Welle
• Indonesia's entry into the NDB could open new funding avenues for its infrastructure and sustainability initiatives, further deepening its role within the BRICS framework and diversifying its international financial partnerships beyond traditional Western-led institutions. Indonesia Business Post

Last updated: 10 November 2025