West Java's strategies to realize Rp270 trillion investment target for 2025

The West Java Provincial Government is targeting realized investments to reach Rp270 trillion in 2025. This target is expected to be able to boost the province's economic growth to reach 5.6 percent year-on-year. To maintain a prime and competitive investment climate, the West Java Province Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services Office (DPMPTSP) has noted several important strategies to ensure sustainable economic growth.

West Java DPMPTSP Head Dedi Taufik stated that said that he has conducted a comprehensive mapping and in-depth study of investment potential in various strategic sectors since officially taking office at the end of March 2025.  The results show that the manufacturing sector still plays a major role in investment inflow to West Java, especially the textile, electronics, and automotive industries.

In addition, the tourism, creative economy, agriculture, plantation, fisheries, and renewable energy sectors are also mainstays in the regional investment map. Moreover, the infrastructure and property sectors are also included in the list of leading sectors.  The government has also conducted special mapping of areas considered strategic, such as special economic zones and priority development areas.

"[Based on] the results of the analysis that has been carried out, investment regulations and incentives are needed, such as the ease of licensing that already exist but must be improved and tax incentives for strategic industries," explained Dedi.

Dedi also emphasized the importance of managing industrial land ownership to remain in line with applicable legal provisions. In addition, the development of supporting infrastructure must be strengthened. He added the importance of transformation towards digitalization and the implementation of smart investment in big cities.

"Industrial land ownership must also be facilitated so as not to violate applicable regulations, including the development of supporting infrastructure. Digitalization and smart investment in big cities must be sharpened," he continued.

To optimize the potential of West Java, investment promotion, and marketing strategies are other subjects to focus on. Dedi said improving the positive image of West Java as a leading investment destination requires solid synergy through partnerships and cross-sector collaboration.

Dedi emphasized that improving the quality of human resources is urgent for West Java to be able to answer the increasingly specific expectations of investors. The business world, he noted, is now more selective in selecting workers who have technical competence according to the sector they are engaged in, such as in the automotive industry.

"Educational syllabus, such as in vocational schools, must be directed towards the development and needs of industry so they [the aspiring workers] are ready to be employed," explained Dedi.

He also stressed that domestic investment must be maintained and its sustainability must be considered, especially projects that are already running and have made a real contribution to regional growth. Furthermore, the Ciayumajakuning area (Cirebon, Indramayu, Majalengka, Kuningan) must continue to be optimized to become leading investment destinations in West Java. The region's potential is considered to be notable due to its vast land area and adequate infrastructure support.