Jakarta, 18 December 2023 – In an initiative to foster economic collaboration and strategic partnerships between Indonesia and India, the Indonesia India Business Forum (IIBF), in collaboration with the Embassy of India, Jakarta, Gateway Container Line, InvestorTrust, and Indonesia Economic Forum recently hosted a groundbreaking thought leadership series titled “Enabling Indonesia-India Economic Integration”.
The event took place on Friday, 15th December, from 15:00 to 18:00 WIB at the prestigious Auditorium on the 27th Floor of the Embassy of India, Gama Tower, Jl. HR Rasuna Said, Kuningan, Jakarta. Industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders gathered to discuss and explore avenues for strengthening economic ties between the two nations.
Event Highlights:
Welcome: Dr. Bayu Prawira Hie, Advisory Board, IIBF Dr. Bayu Prawira Hie extended a warm welcome to the participants, emphasizing the significance of the collaborative efforts between Indonesia and India in shaping the economic landscape of the region.
Opening Remarks: Mr. Sandeep Chakravorty, Ambassador of India to Indonesia & Timor-Leste Mr. Sandeep Chakravorty, the esteemed Ambassador of India to Indonesia & Timor-Leste, delivered the opening remarks, highlighting the longstanding diplomatic relations between the two countries and the potential for enhanced economic cooperation.
Keynote Address: Mrs. Sumita Dawra, Special Secretary, DPIIT, Govt of India, PM Gatishakti Mrs. Sumita Dawra, Special Secretary at the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, shared valuable insights into the economic policies and initiatives aimed at fostering bilateral trade and economic growth under the PM Gatishakti program.
Panel Discussion: Addressing challenges and formulating strategies for an integrated trade ecosystem
Industry experts engaged in a dynamic panel discussion, addressing challenges and formulating strategies to create a robust integrated trade ecosystem between Indonesia and India. The panelists included:
- Mrs. Hesty Rosmawaty: Managing Director, Gateway Container Line
- Mr. Kamlesh Kumar: Chief Operating Officer, Baramulti Suksessarana Tbk
- Ms. Abhilasha Kannan: President Director, Asian Paints Indonesia
The discussion was moderated by Mr. Sachin V Gopalan, Founder of the Indonesia Economic Forum, who skillfully navigated the conversation towards actionable insights and potential collaborations.
The event concluded with a vibrant networking session, allowing participants to further explore opportunities for collaboration and exchange ideas.
About Indonesia Economic Forum
Indonesia Economic Forum (IEF) brings together business leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and civil society actors in Indonesia. Founded in 2014, IEF focuses on unique themes each year that are the foundation of Indonesia’s growth story. IEF aims to create information and knowledge that can help business leaders contribute to the growth of companies and countries. Through its digital platform, IEF reaches more than 3,000 executive leaders and senior business people and more than one million followers in Indonesia.
About Indonesia India Business Forum (IIBF)
The Indonesia-India Business Forum (IIBF) is a platform dedicated to promoting economic ties and fostering collaboration between businesses in Indonesia and India. Through a series of events, forums, and initiatives, IIBF aims to create a conducive environment for dialogue, partnership and shared economic growth between the two nations.