Danantara Drives Major Investment for Energy Independence and National Digital Transformation
Jakarta – Danantara’s Chief Investment Officer (CIO), Pandu Sjahrir, emphasized that the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Management Agency (BPI Danantara) is now focused on channeling large-scale investment into the energy and digital infrastructure sectors as part of its strategy to strengthen national economic resilience.
“This month is the first time we have deployed capital. In the first three months alone, we have invested almost US$10 billion,” said Pandu.
This step is the initial phase of a total investment commitment of US$20 billion, with US$10 billion of this phase beginning in October 2025.
Pandu explained that approximately 80 percent of the total first-phase investment funds will be directed to domestic projects, with the remainder allocated for strategic international collaborations.
Danantara’s main focuses currently include national energy security, renewable energy development, food security, financial services, the health sector, public housing, and digital infrastructure.
Pandu emphasized that this institution is not just an investment entity, but also a catalyst for new economic growth.
“We want to ensure that every investment has a real impact on the national economy, employment, and innovation,” he said.
According to Pandu, the average daily transaction value on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX), which is still around US$1 billion, needs to be increased to match that of other countries like India, which reaches US$10–11 billion per day.
“We need a very strong public market to allow the private market to enter because the public market is where you recycle that capital,” he added.
In the medium term, Danantara is targeting massive investment in energy security projects and digital infrastructure, two sectors considered the most strategic in facing global economic dynamics.
Digital infrastructure is a priority because it plays a vital role in expanding economic access and efficiency across sectors, while investment in the energy sector is considered crucial to ensuring the independence and stability of national supply.
Pandu believes that Indonesia has a strong appeal to global investors thanks to its combination of stable economic growth, low inflation, and a large demographic bonus.
“It’s one of the few places that offers not only high returns but also high security,” he said.
He stated that Danantara will be an important platform for the consolidation of national strategic assets, as well as a gateway for global investment oriented towards sustainable development.
“A strong public market is the foundation for private investment. We want to ensure that capital flows continue to circulate domestically and provide direct benefits to the community,” he concluded.
