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Banten

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Banten

Banten is a province located in the western region of the island of Java, with Serang as its capital city. Previously, Banten was part of the West Java province, but it became a province of its own following the promulgation of Law No. 23/2000.

The province’s geostrategic position provides it with easy access to resources, markets, and services, making Banten a vital buffer zone for the national capital, Jakarta. Jakarta serves as the heart of the country’s government and economy and Banten’s proximity enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of various services and investment-related matters associated with the capital.

As a crucial link between the islands of Java and Sumatra, where most of Indonesia’s population is concentrated, Banten covers an area of 9,662.9 square kilometers. As of 2023, Banten has a population of 12.3 million people, with the majority residing in Tangerang regency. Various ethnic groups call Banten home, such as the Bantenese Sundanese, who inhabit the southern part of Serang, Pandeglang, Lebak, and most parts of the Tangerang regency. Additionally, the Baduy people reside in the province’s Kendeng and Leuwidamar Mountains in Lebak. Other ethnic groups in Banten include the Sundanese Priangan, Javanese, Betawi, Chinese, Batak, Minangkabau, and Malay, as well as people from Lampung, South Sumatra, Cirebon, and various other regions.

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Banten’s economy and leading sectors

According to data by the Banten Central Statistics Agency (BPS), Banten’s economy in 2023, calculated based on the Gross Regional Domestic Product (GDRP) at constant prices, reached Rp 507 trillion, marking a 4.81 percent growth from the previous year.

The top three leading sectors driving the province’s economy are the transportation and warehousing sector, experiencing a significant growth of 12.44 percent, followed by other service activities with a 9.38 percent growth rate, and the provision of accommodation, food, and drinks with an 8.43 percent growth. Meanwhile, regarding expenditure, the province saw its total net export component experience the highest growth in 2023, reaching 19.35 percent.

The government has developed a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Pandeglang, Banten, called KEK Tanjung Lesung. Inaugurated in February 2015, it is the first tourism-oriented SEZ and covers an area of 1,500 hectares. Located 2-3 hours away from Jakarta, KEK Tanjung Lesung has diverse tourism potential and is close to other tourist attractions in the province, such as Banten’s old town area, the Badui and Debus culture, Ujung Kulon National Park, and Mount Krakatau. The KEK is projected to attract investments of Rp 92.4 trillion and create job opportunities for 85,000 workers by 2025.

Recently, the Banten provincial government has offered various investment opportunities aimed at boosting the realization of investments targeted by the central government, amounting to Rp 82.97 trillion. The opportunities include the development of the Banten Nature Reserve Park (Tahura Banten), Banten Sports Centre, and the Sindangheula and Karian Dams.

So far, Banten’s investment realization during the 2023 period has seen significant increases. Data from the Investment Ministry shows that the province has successfully attracted investments worth Rp 103.855 trillion, representing a 29.46 percent increase compared to the realization in 2022, which amounted to Rp 80.22 trillion.

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Latest News

October 17, 2025

Banten Governor Andra Soni revealed that Banten's economic growth rate reached 5.33 percent year-on-year (yoy) in the second quarter (Q2) of 2025. The province's realized investment reached Rp 60.7 trillion in the same period, or 60 percent of its Rp 119 trillion annual target for 2025. He emphasized the crucial role of businesses in strengthening regional economic growth.

"Entrepreneurs are one of the pillars of regional success. Through this dialogue, I want to get input from the on-the-ground perspectives of business actors," stated Andra in Serang City, Banten on Sep. 20, 2025.

He added the Banten Regency Government needs advice, input, and even corrections from entrepreneurs so that economic policies could be implemented effectively.

"How can we strengthen and accelerate economic growth in Indonesia, especially in Banten Province?" Andra said.

He also emphasized the significant contribution of the private sector to development.

"The private sector plays a significant role in development," he stated firmly.

The Banten Governor also attended the Indonesian Employers Association (Apindo) Banten's CEO Gathering event in Tangerang Regency, Banten on Sep. 19, 2025.

Apindo Head of Trade Anne Patricia Sutanto noted that the national economic growth rate of 5.12 percent in Q2 2025 exceeded expectations.

"It's not just about numbers; economic growth must also be distributed [evenly]," she said.

Anne mentioned Banten's enormous potential, with 80 percent of the regional gross domestic product (GDP) coming from the manufacturing sector, its non-oil and gas export contributions, the province's 17 large industrial estates, and Banten's 6.2 million workforce. However, she cautioned against challenges related to gas and electricity prices, logistics, and licensing.

Apindo Banten Regional Executive Board (DPD) Chair Tomi Rahmatullah highlighted road infrastructure and workforce quality as factors affecting business competitiveness.

"This event is a valuable opportunity to find solutions together," he added

Meanwhile, PT Paragon Technology and Innovation Executive Vice President and Chief Administration Officer A. Miftahudin assessed that close collaboration between the government and industry players could make Banten a leading manufacturing region at the national level.

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