Indonesia Highlights Economic Resilience and Strategic Cooperation at MarkPlus Conference 2026

In the face of global economic changes, Indonesia emphasizes the importance of economic resilience and strategic cooperation at the MarkPlus Conference 2026. This event, held in Jakarta, brought together economic experts, businessmen, and government representatives to discuss key pathways to enhance Indonesia’s economic competitiveness. The main focus was on transitioning to more flexible and adaptive business models, digital transformation efforts, and the implementation of artificial intelligence to increase efficiency and productivity.

Ali Murtopo Simbolon, Deputy for Coordination of Trade and Digital Economy, addressed the conference’s opening ceremony, highlighting the need to leave outdated bureaucratic methods behind in favor of more agile and responsive operations. Introducing AI in business processes became a significant topic, as it can facilitate quicker and more adaptable market responses.

International relations play a substantial role in Indonesia’s development strategy. China, as Indonesia’s major trading partner, remains a crucial market for the country’s exports and imports. Over the past five years, the trade volume with China has consistently increased and continues to grow.

Domestic policies aim to strengthen supply chains and add high value to resources by processing them into in-demand goods like solar panels and semiconductors. The signing of investment memorandums with China in November 2025 is an important step in this direction.

The AI strategy, spanning until 2045, includes comprehensive frameworks from legislation and ethics to innovation and talent development. This will provide a foundation for strong industrial productivity and competitiveness in the global market. The MarkPlus Conference 2026 offers a unique platform to discuss and implement such initiatives, uniting government, businesses, and academic communities to create a more competitive and innovative economy.