Jakarta – Amidst intense global competition for capital flows, the Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) of Indonesia, Badan Pengelola Investasi Daya Anagata Nusantara (Danantara), is beginning to establish itself as a key player in the sustainable economic landscape. This government-established institution is strengthening its position by engaging with the international investment community, including one of the world’s most influential figures—Bill Gates.
The meeting between President Prabowo Subianto and Bill Gates at the Presidential Palace marked a strategic moment. Also present at the meeting were Danantara CEO Rosan Perkasa Roeslani and several national business leaders. More than just symbolic, this meeting conveyed a strong message: Indonesia seeks to be an investment partner that offers not only returns, but also social and sustainable impact.
“We want to show that Danantara is not only about economic growth, but also about social impact, inclusion, and sustainability. These are the universal values that resonate with global partners such as the Gates Foundation,” said Rosan in a press conference following the meeting.
One of Danantara’s concrete initiatives is the creation of the Danantara Trust Fund—a social-investment fund targeting an initial management value of USD 100 million, with the potential to grow to USD 1 billion within the next five to six years. The fund will be sourced from 1 to 2.5 percent of dividends from State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) and will be used to finance programs with social and environmental impact.
This step aligns with global trends that place sustainability as a key factor in investment decision-making.
Danantara’s Managing Director of Finance, Arief Budiman, emphasized that sustainable economic development can only be achieved if investments are directed toward productive sectors with long-term impact.
“Investment must be channeled into sectors that boost national productivity—such as energy and food security, high-tech manufacturing, healthcare, and education,” he said.
With a core mandate to manage SOE dividends and reinvest them for the country’s future, Danantara positions itself as a strategic engine for long-term national development. As Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, Danantara is not only tasked with managing assets, but also transforming the nation’s financial potential into impactful and sustainable investments.
“Danantara’s main mandate is to manage SOE dividends and reinvest them for the future,” Arief reiterated.
Prior to engaging with the Gates Foundation, Danantara had already announced a USD 4 billion investment commitment in collaboration with the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA). Moving forward, Danantara faces the challenge of building a track record and maintaining credibility. The world views this institution not merely as an economic tool—but also as an instrument of diplomacy and a reflection of Indonesia’s national reputation.
