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The Director of Public Diplomacy, Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ani Nigeriawati remarks at the International Seminar ‘Navigating the Future of the Indo-Pacific’. (Photo: AF-VOI) 

VOInews, Jakarta : The development of Indonesia's human resources through the values, culture and aspirations of the nation globally can enhance Indonesia's positive image in the eyes of the international community.

This was said by the Director of Public Diplomacy, Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ani Nigeriawati in her remarks at the International Seminar ‘Navigating the Future of the Indo-Pacific’ held by The Habibie Center in Jakarta, Thursday (21/11) According to Ani, the Indonesian government also continues to increase efforts for innovative strategies to promote growth, inclusiveness and resilience to be responsive to regional and global challenges.

“Indonesia's commitment to strengthening its domestic potential is further reflected in its international approach to soft power diplomacy which serves as a foundation of our foreign policy. By projecting the nation's values, culture, and aspirations globally, it enhances Indonesia's image as a pluralistic, democratic, and inclusive country. This approach is also built on rich cultural diversity, multi-religious, multi-faith heritage, and historical experiences enabling narratives that resonate regionally and globally. And the success of these efforts is driven by collaboration with multi-stakeholders with civil society, with academics, think-tanks, youths, and women religious leaders to ensure that these efforts are inclusive and aligned with its national interests.”

Ani Nigeriawati further said that Indonesia also contributes to global development through initiatives such as ‘Indonesian Aid for Development Cooperation’ which supports capacity building and sustainable growth in partner countries.

According to Ani, these efforts reaffirm Indonesia's role as a reliable partner in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. In parallel, various positive narratives about Indonesia's contributions, such as through ‘Indonesian Aid, have helped connect Indonesia's foreign policy with global narratives and project a positive image of Indonesia internationally//VOI

Executive Director of the Habibie Center, Mohammad Hasan Ansori and Director of Public Diplomacy, Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ani Nigeriawati, International Seminar with the theme ‘Navigating the Future of the Indo-Pacific’ in Jakarta. (Photo : AF-VOI)- 

VOInews, Jakarta : The Habibie Center organised an International Seminar with the theme ‘Navigating the Future of the Indo-Pacific’ in Jakarta, Thursday (21/11).

Executive Director of the Habibie Center, Mohammad Hasan Ansori in his remarks said that the event aims to gather insights from Indonesian foreign policy experts and experts to get a comprehensive view of the new chapter of Indonesia's foreign policy.

“With the Indo-Pacific region taking more than the significance of life in a global, pro-economic and pro-economic landscape. The way of our coming administration and transition is impractically relevant for us. Indonesia as well as ASEAN, and other regional actors and there are different questions. How does this different moving regional taskforce impact our resilience, strategic economy and strategic agenda? I am confident that our agenda forum comprises the level of scholarly work from contributing authors, political insights and evidence-based factors to help make a possible transition.” Hasan Ansori said. 

Mohammad Hasan Ansori also hoped that through this seminar, he would get various perspectives and comments on Indonesia's current and crucial foreign policy in President Prabowo's administration. The International Seminar presented speakers from stakeholders, academics and international relations observers//VOI

VOInews, Rio de Janeiro: The Indonesia-Brazil Business Forum at Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro, marked a significant milestone with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between business players from both countries. The cooperation, valued at USD 2.8 billion, spans across critical sectors such as finance, digital technology, mining, energy, livestock, and aerospace.  

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto, who witnessed the signing, emphasized the importance of the partnership. “This collaboration reflects the growing trust and synergy between Indonesian and Brazilian businesses, paving the way for robust economic ties,” he stated.  

Prabowo: Shared Vision for Strategic Development

President Joko Widodo, attending the event, underscored Indonesia's commitment to fostering closer economic cooperation with Brazil. He highlighted the shared attributes of both nations, including large populations, abundant natural resources, and a dynamic culture.  

“Brazil’s advancements in industrial development serve as an inspiration for Indonesia. We aim to catch up and leverage our strengths to support sustainable growth,” President Prabowo remarked.  

He called for intensified cooperation in key sectors such as energy, food security, industrial development, and maritime affairs. In the energy sector, the focus is on renewable energy initiatives, particularly biofuels and ethanol. Meanwhile, food security efforts include increasing protein consumption through programs like *Program Makan Bergizi Gratis* (Free Nutritious Meal Program).  

Strengthening Fisheries and Aerospace Industry

As one of the top three countries with the largest fishery reserves globally, Indonesia still faces a significant shortage of around 40,000 large-capacity fishing vessels. To address this gap, President Prabowo proposed collaboration between PT Dirgantara Indonesia and Brazil’s Embraer to bolster the aerospace and maritime industries.  

“This partnership can enhance our capabilities in fisheries and support industrial growth that benefits both nations,” he added.  

Brazil: A Strategic Economic Partner

Brazil remains a key economic partner for Indonesia. In 2023, bilateral trade between the two nations reached USD 6 billion, with key commodities including palm oil, rubber, agricultural products, and meat.  

Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani Indrawati highlighted the significance of these ties. “Brazil and Indonesia’s complementary strengths create vast opportunities for mutual benefit, especially in addressing global challenges like food security and renewable energy,” she explained.  

High-Level Participation

The forum brought together prominent Indonesian officials, including Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani Indrawati, Minister of Foreign Affairs Sugiono, and Special Envoy for Climate and Energy Hashim Djojohadikusumo. Other attendees included Deputy Minister of Finance Thomas Djiwandono, Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya, Indonesian Ambassador to Brazil Edi Yusup, and KADIN Chairperson Anindya Novyan Bakrie.  

Through this landmark forum, Indonesia and Brazil reaffirmed their commitment to advancing economic cooperation across strategic sectors, positioning both nations as influential players in the global economy.  

Source: ekon.go.id

VOInews, Jakarta – Indonesia’s Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (Bappebti) has reported that cryptocurrency transactions in the country reached an astonishing Rp475.13 trillion between January and October 2024. This figure marks an extraordinary surge of 352.89% compared to the same period in 2023, which recorded transactions worth Rp104.91 trillion.

Bappebti’s Head, Kasan, attributed this remarkable growth to the rising enthusiasm of Indonesians for digital asset trading. “Cryptocurrency trading has become one of the most favoured investment options among the public. This significant growth also underscores Bappebti’s role in fostering the development of Indonesia’s cryptocurrency ecosystem,” Kasan remarked on Thursday (21 November).

The number of cryptocurrency users has also risen substantially. As of October 2024, the total number of users reached 21.63 million, with 716,000 actively trading through Physical Crypto Asset Traders (PFAKs). The top-traded cryptocurrencies included Tether (USDT), Ethereum (ETH), Bitcoin (BTC), Pepe (PEPE), and Solana (SOL).

A Boost to State Revenue

Kasan highlighted that this rapid growth has directly benefited the state’s revenue. “From 2022 to October 2024, tax revenues from cryptocurrency transactions contributed Rp942.88 billion, showcasing the immense potential of this sector in bolstering the national income,” he explained.

Strengthening the Ecosystem and Promoting Literacy

To sustain this upward momentum, Bappebti has intensified collaboration with the Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO), associations, and other stakeholders. This effort focuses on developing the cryptocurrency ecosystem, enhancing regulations, and improving public literacy.

“The public’s high enthusiasm for cryptocurrencies must be complemented by comprehensive education. This approach is crucial to ensuring protection, business certainty, and security in cryptocurrency trading,” Kasan added.

Young Generation Driving Market Growth

Data from Bappebti reveals that 75% of cryptocurrency users are young individuals aged 18-35. Bappebti’s Secretary, Olvy Andrianita, stressed the importance of literacy in supporting this trend. “The youth dominate the cryptocurrency market. Strengthening their financial literacy is essential to ensure they invest safely and wisely,” Olvy emphasised.

PFAKs Supporting Market Expansion

Meanwhile, Tirta Karma Senjaya, Head of the Bureau for Development and Supervision of Commodity Futures Trading, stated that seven companies are currently registered as PFAKs. These include PT Pintu Kemana Saja (Pintu), PT Bumi Santosa Cemerlang (Pluang), PT Aset Digital Berkat (Tokocrypto), and PT Kagum Teknologi Indonesia (Ajaib).

“Going forward, we hope that more companies currently operating as Candidate Physical Crypto Asset Traders (CPFAKs) will meet the requirements to become PFAKs, further strengthening the cryptocurrency trading ecosystem,” Tirta explained.

Bappebti recently issued Regulation No. 9 of 2024, updating the guidelines for cryptocurrency trading as part of its commitment to creating a more adaptive and robust market.

With exponential growth and widespread public interest, Indonesia’s cryptocurrency trading sector is poised to thrive further, solidifying the nation’s position as a significant player in the global market.

Source: Kemendag.go.id