nov 8 New York, NY
Business Forum on Trade, Tourism & Investment in Indonesia
About
The Business Forum on Trade, Tourism & Investment in Indonesia (BFTTII) is a high profile event dedicated to strengthen United States (US) and Indonesian economic ties by promoting trade, tourism and investment activities in Indonesia to US business communities. BFTTII provides vast opportunities for participants to gain valuable, first-hand insights on business and economic environments in Indonesia through its thematic sessions, which features high-ranking government officials and senior business executives. Participants also have the chance to schedule one-on-one meetings with US and Indonesian companies and government agencies to further discuss business opportunities in Indonesia.
About Indonesia:
Indonesia is the largest economy in Southeast Asia with over one-trillion dollars in gross domestic product (GDP). The country has been experiencing rapid economic growth over the past decade, primarily driven by its 260 million strong population base (4th in the world), robust domestic consumption, and increased productivity. Indonesia is a member of G20.
Speakers
H.E. Thomas Trikasih Lembong
Chairman
Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board
H.E. Amb. Budi Bowoleksono
Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the United States of America
Hon. Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwono X
Governor
Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY)
Amb. Cameron Hume
Former United States Ambassador to the Republic of Indonesia (2007-2010)
Amb. Robert Blake
Former United States Ambassador to the Republic of Indonesia (2014-2016)
Wayne Forrest
President
American Indonesian Chamber of Commerce
Mari Elka Pangestu
Former Trade Minister of the Republic of Indonesia
Winanto Adi
Consul for Economic Affairs
Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in New York
M. Noor Nugroho
Deputy Director
Bank Indonesia
Joseph Sahat Raja
CEO
Telekomunikasi Indonesia USA
Shinto Nugroho
Chief Policy and Government Relations
GO-JEK Indonesia
Fajrin Rasyid
Co-Founder
Bukalapak
Arief Hidayat
Head of Investment
Regional Government of the Special Region of Yogyakarta
William Pegues
Director Structured Finance & Insurance
Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)
Eri Wibowo
Head of Division, Financing & Investment
PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur
Del Renigar
Executive Director, Global Government Affairs & Policy
General Electric
Anne Patricia Sutanto
Vice CEO
PT Pan Brothers Tbk
Rahardjo Siswohartono
Director
Indonesia Investment Promotion Center
Tri Hartono
General Manager
Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI)
Organizers
Agenda
| Time | Agenda |
|---|---|
| 8:30 - 9:00 | Registration |
| 9:00 - 9:10 | Opening Remarks by the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the United States |
| 9:10 - 9:15 | Remarks by the Chairman of the Committee |
| 9:15 - 9:50 | Keynote Speech by the Chairman of Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board |
| 9:50 - 10:00 | Remarks by Board of Governor of Bank Indonesia |
| 10:00 - 10:15 | Coffee Break |
| 10:15 - 12:00 | Session I Panel Discussion: “Enhancing Indonesian tourism and creative economy” |
| 12:00 - 12:45 | Networking Lunch |
| 12:45 - 14:30 | Session II Panel Discussion: “Exploring infrastructure investment opportunities in Indonesia” |
| 14:30 - 14:45 | Coffee Break |
| 14:45 - 16:15 | Session III Panel discussion: “Investment on manufacturing industries in Indonesia” |
| 16:15 - 16:25 | Closing remarks |
| 16:25 - 17:00 | Breakout Session |
One-on-One Meetings
BFTTI offers participants the chance to have one-on-one meetings with Indonesian companies and government agencies further discuss investment opportunities in Indonesia. Through these meetings, participants can have unparalleled insights to get specific answers pertaining to their business and investments which may include the but not limited to:
- Learning about business opportunities in Indonesia
- Assessing challenges in the market and business environment
- Understanding local regulations
- Finding out how we can help you to identify new business partners
Companies and Government Agencies:
- General Electric
- Overseas Private Investment Corporation
- Telekomunikasi Indonesia USA
- Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY)
- PT Pan Brothers Tbk
- PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur
- Bukalapak
To schedule a one-on-one session, please send an email to economicny@gmail.com and TTINewYork@gmail.com