Cidiss. The motorcycle industry in Indonesia continues to grow. In addition to meeting domestic demand that continues to increase, Indonesian motorcycle products have also been exported to 45 countries, from 6.5 million units of Indonesian motorcycle products per year, as many as 600 thousand units have been exported. Motorcycle production in Indonesia has also used more than 90% of local components, so the industry is considered independent and capable of driving the national economy.
On November 3, 2018 the President and his entourage visited the 2018 Indonesia Motorcycle Show exhibition held at Plenarry Hall & Assembly Hall, Jakarta Convention Center. This biennial motorcycle exhibition carries the theme “Indonesia Future Technology”. The relaxed look of the President wearing a red jacket was accompanied by Cabinet Secretary Pramono Anung and Presidential Chief of Staff Moeldoko.
President Jokowi revealed that the government is pushing for an increase in exports of automotive products from Indonesia when reviewing the Indonesia Motorcycle Show (IMOS) 2018. “First I want to see progress in the field of motorcycle production. Now our national production is 6.5 million motorbikes. Nearly 600 -an thousand are exports. This is good, “said the President at the Jakarta Convention Center, Jakarta, Saturday (3/11).
Regarding exports, the President said, at least motorcycle production in the country has entered 45 countries. Not only that, the Head of State also appreciated the size of the local components used in the Indonesian motorcycle industry. “The second most important local content is almost on average 90 percent. Maybe 95-97 percent. I think something very good. Just how to get into new markets, markets that match prices, according to quality. Nearly 45 countries have entered our motorbikes, “he said. After going around and reviewing a number of booths for approximately 45 minutes, the President left the location.
By: Rikky, S *)