Tencent Cloud to Invest in Building Third Data Center in Indonesia
Tencent Cloud announced it will build a third data center in Indonesia to strengthen its business presence in the country. This initiative is part of its plan to invest approximately USD 500 million in infrastructure and resources in Indonesia by 2030. In November 2024, the news was announced at the Indonesia-China Business Forum, which was also attended by President Prabowo. Tencent's Senior Executive Vice President and CEO of Cloud and Smart Industries Group stated that Tencent is committed to empowering local enterprises to drive innovation, enhance competitiveness, and achieve business goals through advanced cloud, artificial intelligence, and media solutions.
China's Changan Automobile Officially Enters Indonesian Market
XPeng Motors to Enter Indonesian Market This Year
Indonesian Ambassador to China Djauhari Oratmangun Visits Shaanxi Automobile, Promoting Cooperation in New Energy and Intelligent Commercial Vehicles
Neta Auto Launches New Model in the Indonesian Market
GAC Aion Plans to Have Over 50 Dealers in Indonesia This Year
Chinese automaker GAC Aion, though a new brand, is actively expanding into the Indonesian market. The CEO of Aion Indonesia stated that the target for 2025 is to have over 50 dealers in Indonesia, with more than 40 already established. Its dealers are spread across Sumatra, Kalimantan, Bali, and Java, and products have even been displayed in Aceh. This move aims to introduce advanced electric vehicle technology and serve Indonesian consumers. The emergence of new dealers is expected to expand the after-sales service network and provide direct experience for consumers considering switching to electric vehicles. Meanwhile, Aion will build charging stations at each dealer, and some specific dealers will also
Batang Industrial Zone Becomes a Popular Area for Chinese Enterprise Relocation
The Batang Integrated Industrial Zone (KIT Batang) in Central Java Province actively welcomes the trend of Chinese factories relocating to Indonesia. The head stated that KIT Batang aims to become a strategic area supporting the transfer of foreign investment to Indonesia, with its infrastructure and land preparation meeting standards. Since the second half of 2024, Chinese investors have entered the area. As of the end of 2024, KIT Batang has signed land use agreements with seven Chinese industrial tenants covering 162.2 hectares of land, and two Chinese tenants are using ready-built factory buildings. Chinese tenants are involved in leather, steel
Chinese and Indonesian Enterprises Cooperate to Jointly Develop Battery Copper Foil Processing Plant
The Indonesian Battery Company (IBC) has signed an Agreement (HoA) with China's Nuode New Material Co., Ltd., China's Sinoron International Construction Co., Ltd., and PT Sentosa Laju Sejahtera (SLS) regarding the development of a battery copper foil processing plant in Indonesia. It aims to strengthen Indonesia's position in the global battery ecosystem and meet global copper foil demand. The project can boost Indonesia's economic growth, create job opportunities, promote technology transfer and domestic copper deep processing, and increase product added value. IBC Development & Operations
BYD to Supply New Energy Vehicles to Grab in Southeast Asia
BYD will provide 50,000 new energy vehicles to Grab driver partners in Southeast Asia, covering Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. This will have a positive impact on the development of new energy transportation across the region. Models offered include Denza D9, Yuan PLUS, Seal, and M6, catering to different user needs. The General Manager of BYD's Asia Pacific Auto Sales Division stated that BYD is committed to building an emission-free ecosystem and supporting Grab's fleet and driver partners. According to the agreement, BYD will provide competit
Wuling's Cumulative Production in Indonesia Reaches 160,000 Vehicles
SAIC Wuling Indonesia held a ceremony to celebrate the production of 160,000 vehicles in Indonesia. This production is to support domestic demand and for export to the ASEAN market. The general manager of SAIC-GM-Wuling stated that this momentum proves Wuling's genuine commitment to supporting the development of Indonesia's automotive industry, especially in the new energy vehicle sector. Since starting operations in Indonesia seven years ago, Wuling has continuously strengthened its position as a trusted brand in the Indonesian market and a key player in the electric vehicle field. The figure of 160,000 units is the result of the efforts and exploration of SAIC-GM-Wuling's global partners in pursuing the vision of 'Building the Future, Expanding the International Market'. Besides that,
Chinese Steel Giant Invests IDR 600 Billion to Build Factory
PT Elecmetal Longteng Indonesia has started construction of a grinding ball production facility in Batang Integrated Industrial Zone (KITB), covering an area of 4.99 hectares with a total investment of nearly USD 40 million (approximately IDR 600 billion). The company is a joint venture between Chile-listed ME Elecmetal and China's Longteng Special Steel. ME Elecmetal is the world's largest producer of mill liners, supported by the Claro Group; Longteng is a major player in the special steel market and owns the world's largest grinding ball manufacturing facility. The new facility is designed
China and Indonesia Plan to Cooperate on Batam Light Rail Construction
The Batam Authority has presented a series of investment opportunities in Batam to China Railway Engineering Co., Ltd. (CREC), a well-known Chinese enterprise. CREC is a company responsible for railway construction projects in China and overseas, having successfully built the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail project. With extensive experience in urban construction, it has helped many overseas cities develop. Both sides hope this meeting will become the starting point for CREC's investment in Batam, potentially starting with the construction of the Batam Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, as well as the construction of cross-Batam highways and Galang Island seawalls to support national strategic projects. Batam