JAKARTA – The Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Management Agency (BPI Danantara) has officially begun its strategic initiative to encourage large-scale domestic and international investment by allocating US$10 billion, or approximately IDR 165.3 trillion, in operational capital. The funds will begin disbursing in October 2025 to strengthen national economic transformation and expand Indonesia’s global investment network.
Danantara’s Chief Investment Officer (CIO), Pandu Patria Sjahrir, explained that approximately 80 percent of the total funds allocated will be allocated to domestic projects, while the remaining 20 percent will be directed to strategic investment opportunities abroad. This step is part of Danantara’s broader strategy to expand its investment portfolio, focusing on priority sectors such as energy, infrastructure, digitalization, and public services.
“This month marks our first capital deployment. In the first three months alone, we have already invested nearly US$10 billion. This initial investment will be directed toward high-yield projects,” said Pandu.
According to Pandu, Danantara’s focus on sustainable projects is part of the institution’s commitment to implementing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in all its investment policies. Therefore, Danantara is not only focused on financial returns but also ensures that every investment contributes to sustainable development and national economic resilience.
“Indonesia remains one of the world’s best-kept secrets for investors, with strong growth, low inflation, and a young population. It’s a place that offers both strong returns and high security for investors,” Pandu said.
In addition to focusing on developing physical and energy projects, Danantara is also committed to increasing the liquidity of the national stock market. Currently, the average accumulated daily stock trading in Indonesia reaches around US$1 billion. Pandu believes that strengthening the public market is an important step to encourage capital inflows into the private sector and accelerate economic circulation.
“We need a strong public market for the private market to thrive. The public market is where capital is recycled to generate new growth,” he explained.
Danantara’s aggressive move demonstrates the government’s strong commitment to strengthening Indonesia’s position as a credible and highly competitive investment hub in the region. Supported by professional and transparent management, Danantara’s presence is expected to become a new driving force for sustainable economic development and enhance Indonesia’s global competitiveness.
