Indonesia Under Prabowo: A New Era of Regional Leadership and Global Food Security
By Teguh Anantawikrama,
Vice Chairman, Indonesian Chamber of Commerce
Founder & Chairman, Indonesian Tourism Investor Club
Community Empowerment Advocate
INVESTORTRUST.ID - In an era defined by uncertainty and shifting power dynamics, Indonesia does not merely stand tall — we stand ready to lead. Under the decisive leadership of President Prabowo Subianto, our nation is not content to be a passive player in global affairs; we are charting a course that affirms our rightful position as a stabilizing force and an indispensable partner in the region and beyond.
President Prabowo’s tireless diplomacy — building bridges from ASEAN capitals to the world’s largest economies — is more than protocol. It is Indonesia’s unequivocal statement that we will actively shape the conversations that decide our region’s security, prosperity, and sustainability. The frequency and depth of these high-level meetings underscore a simple truth: Indonesia is trusted — and Indonesia delivers.
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A Robust Economic Base as Our Anchor
Indonesia’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2024 is projected at IDR 22,139 trillion, with growth resilient at above 5 percent despite global economic turbulence. We are not just growing — we are growing with purpose: strengthening our domestic industries, empowering our micro, small, and medium enterprises, and ensuring that growth translates into real improvements in the lives of our people.
Looking ahead, international projections for 2025 and 2026 remain conservative. I believe they underestimate the catalytic impact of President Prabowo’s pro-people, pro-investment policies. As confidence grows in our infrastructure, technology, and human capital, Indonesia’s growth will not only remain steady — it will accelerate, driving Southeast Asia’s economic engine forward.
Food Sovereignty and Supply Chain Strength
One pillar of this leadership is our uncompromising commitment to food security. Indonesia will not allow itself to be vulnerable in an age of unpredictable global shocks. We are building strong domestic production systems, modern logistics, and reliable reserves so that every household — from Aceh to Papua — can be assured of affordable, nutritious food.
But our ambition goes further. We will transform Indonesia into a critical surplus supplier for the global food market. When droughts, conflicts, or trade wars shake other producers, Indonesia’s rice, spices, seafood, and halal products will be there to keep global shelves stocked and markets calm. In a world seeking reliable partners, Indonesia will be indispensable.
A Natural Leader for Southeast Asia
In this new era, true leadership means earning trust through consistency, respect, and vision. President Prabowo’s personal diplomacy and firm commitment to practical cooperation have renewed faith among our neighbors and partners that Indonesia is not just a large country — we are a dependable friend and a responsible leader.
As global supply chains reconfigure, we offer a strategic alternative: a resilient archipelago, blessed with resources, governed by stability, and anchored by a people who believe in progress through partnership.
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A Message to the World
Indonesia’s message is simple but resolute:
We will lead — not by dominating, but by enabling prosperity and security for all who work with us.
We will safeguard food for our people and for the world.
We will ensure our supply chains strengthen, not weaken, global resilience.
To our partners and investors: stand with us. Join us in turning Indonesia’s vast potential into shared opportunity. Together, we will prove that a confident, sovereign, and collaborative Indonesia is an asset the world can rely on — now and for generations to come. ***