PORTALJABAR, BEKASI REGENCY - The Bekasi Regency Government continues to emphasize its commitment to building a strong, safe, and sustainable investment ecosystem. This commitment was realized through a strategic meeting between Bekasi Regent Ade Kuswara Kunang, represented by the Acting Head of the Bekasi Regency Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service Office (DPMPTSP), Iman Nugraha, with 41 prospective investors and entrepreneurs from China. The meeting took place at the Holiday Inn Jababeka Hotel, Cikarang (22/4/2025).

On that occasion, Iman Nugraha explained the performance and investment potential in Bekasi Regency while conveying the Regency Government's commitment to creating a conducive and pro-business investment climate.

He explained that investment realization in Bekasi Regency shows an increasing trend. In 2021, the investment value reached IDR 43.26 trillion, increased to IDR 47 trillion in 2022, jumped sharply to IDR 61.2 trillion in 2023, and increased again in 2024 to IDR 71.83 trillion.

"This achievement shows that Bekasi Regency remains the main magnet for investors, both from within the country and abroad," said Iman.

Furthermore, he emphasized that the Bekasi Regency Government is not only focused on the growth of investment figures, but also pays attention to the ease of service and comfort of investing. The fast and transparent licensing process, as well as massive infrastructure development are the main attractions for investors.

"We guarantee security, comfort, and ease of investing in Bekasi Regency. In addition, we are also committed to ensuring the availability of skilled and qualified local human resources (HR)," he explained.

As part of the long-term strategy, the Bekasi Regency Government also encourages vocational education and local human resource development through superior programs aimed at increasing workforce absorption and encouraging community welfare.

In the same meeting, Member of Commission VI of the People's Representative Council of the Republic of Indonesia (DPR RI), Rieke Diah Pitaloka, who is also an Advisor to the Regent of Bekasi, conveyed the importance of strengthening cooperation between Indonesia and China amidst global geoeconomic and geopolitical dynamics.

"Thank you for coming to Bekasi Regency. Hopefully tonight will be the beginning of a strategic decision to invest here," said Rieke.

He added that Bekasi Regency is an international economic zone with 12 industrial areas and more than 10,000 factories. Therefore, he encouraged the formation of a research and innovation ecosystem as part of long-term investment.

"We hope that, in addition to investment, research and innovation centers will also be built which will strengthen the competitiveness of the national industry," he added.

Rieke ensured that the government will continue to support investors' efforts in obtaining business permits and provide a sense of security and comfort in carrying out their investment activities.

"We will coordinate with the Ministry of Trade to ensure the smoothness of the licensing process. The government is here to create a stable investment climate, especially in Bekasi Regency," he concluded. (Diskominfosantik Kab. Bekasi/Fau)