Indonesia will see 1,236 new industrial companies begin production in 2026, a development expected to strengthen the manufacturing base and create about 218,900 jobs nationwide. Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita said on Sunday (18/1), manufacturing grew by over 5% last year, with investment reaching IDR 551.88 trillion (EUR 27.99 billion), and it is targeting 5.51% growth in non-oil-and-gas manufacturing GDP in 2026, led by base metals, food and beverages, and pharmaceuticals. To sustain growth, the Industry Ministry is prioritising stronger domestic demand while also aiming for manufacturing exports to make up nearly 75% of Indonesia's total exports, supported by IDR 852.90 trillion (EUR 43.27 billion) investment target this year.Source: https://jakartaglobe.id/business/over-1200-new-industrial-firms-set-to-begin-production-in-indonesia#goog_rewarded (ICE GIACARTA)

Fonte notizia: Jakarta Globe, 18 January 2026