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Indonesia Digital Transformation: A Strategic Investment
March 29, 2025

Indonesia Digital Transformation: A Strategic Investment

Indonesia’s geographic condition, comprising a vast archipelago, presents both challenges and opportunities for achieving digital inclusion. Despite having a population of over 270 million people, the national fixed broadband penetration rate was only 20 percent in 2022. This figure remains well below the ASEAN average, which reached 39 percent. In line with this development, the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA), as the manager of Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund, has emphasized digitalization and digital infrastructure as key focus areas.

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INA Turns Up the Tempo on Private Credit Partnerships

The Indonesian sovereign wealth fund is making a concerted push into hybrid capital solutions, such as private credit, by inking partnerships with at least three investment managers in recent months.

INA, for its part, is also hoping to improve the range of lending solutions for local businesses with this tie-up while generating strong returns. Seeing the value proposition in private credit, INA has built out organic capabilities by developing a dedicated in-house team and collaborating with best-in-class partners.

INA has a dual mandate — to contribute to Indonesia’s sustainable economic development and build wealth for future generations. Its investment strategies place significant emphasis on attracting foreign capital into Indonesia as well as becoming a ‘scale partner’ for partners evaluating investment opportunities in the country.

INA and Granite Asia Announce Strategic Partnership to Explore Investments of Up to USD 1.2 Billion for Indonesia’s Digital Transformation

Granite Asia (formerly GGV Capital Asia) has partnered with the sovereign wealth fund Indonesia Investment Authority (INA) to invest as much as USD 1.2 billion to help accelerate the digital transformation of Southeast Asia's largest economy. 

 

The Singapore-based venture capital firm — which rebranded as Granite Asia in March after splitting with its U.S. counterpart — said Monday its investments in Indonesia will focus on both equity and hybrid capital solutions for Indonesian businesses with existing operations as well as those introducing technologies that can benefit the country in the long-term.

“This partnership will enable us to introduce transformative technologies to Indonesia, facilitating the digital transformation of key sectors and strengthening the broader technology ecosystem,” CEO of INA Ridha Wirakusumah.

INA, AllianzGl tie up to deploy USD 200 million annually into hybrid capital solutions in Indonesia

According to an announcement on Monday (23/09), the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA) and Allianz Global Investors (AllianzGl) have signed a memorandum of understanding to invest up to USD 200 million annually in hybrid capital solutions for Indonesian businesses. These solutions will focus on customized credit and innovative financing methods that combine different financial instruments, particularly targeting critical infrastructure needs and supporting the country’s energy transition efforts. “Our joint initiative to deploy hybrid capital solutions is about crafting a robust framework for financial innovation that supports the sustainable expansion of local enterprises. Together, we aim to enhance the investment landscape in Indonesia, ensuring each venture not only supports local economic growth but also adheres to stringent optimal risk-adjusted returns,” said the CEO of INA, Ridha Wirakusumah.

INA Pushes Healthcare Collaboration with China

Indonesia Investment Authority (INA) has strengthened its healthcare collaboration with China by partnering with GL Capital, a leading healthcare-focused private equity firm. CEO of INA Ridha Wirakusumah emphasized healthcare as a strategic priority, with investments in pharmaceuticals, hospitals, clinics, and diagnostics. Speaking at the "Southeast Asia - China Healthcare Summit" in Jakarta, Wirakusumah expressed optimism that discussions with GL Capital and top Chinese firms would foster collaborations to enhance healthcare innovation and access in Indonesia. The summit connected over 20 CEOs from Chinese firms with 15 Indonesian companies to explore investment opportunities, with GL Capital committed to advancing Indonesia's healthcare sector.

CEO of INA Ridha Wirakusumah Urges Strategic Partnerships for Investment in Southeast Asia’s Emerging Markets

At the ASFA Investment Summit, the CEO of INA, Dr. Ridha Wirakusumah, encouraged institutional investors to consider Southeast Asia’s emerging markets, highlighting that strategic partnerships with local investment partners can help mitigate risks and unlock opportunities. Ridha Wirakusumah emphasized a gradual approach, advising investors to tackle these markets “one transaction at a time,” as INA has done through collaborations with global institutions like Canada’s Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan and Singapore’s GIC. While Indonesia has made strides, Ridha Wirakusumah acknowledged that corruption remains a concern but can be managed through strong partnerships and due diligence. Other panelists echoed his views, stressing that foreign investors must build trusted relationships and take time to understand these dynamic markets, which offer significant long-term potential, given Southeast Asia's growing population and evolving regulatory landscape.

PT Pertamina Bina Medika IHC Strategic Partnership with INA and Swire Pacific

The Indonesia Investment Authority (INA) and Hong Kong-based Swire Pacific Limited have finalized an investment in the Indonesian state-owned hospital chain PT Pertamina Bina Medika IHC (IHC) on Wednesday (14/08). This collaboration, initiated in December 2023, aims to improve Indonesia's healthcare system through organizational transformation, digitalization, and human resource development. The partnership also includes the development of new hospitals, such as Bali International Hospital and Panorama Balikpapan Hospital, further expanding IHC's network of 37 hospitals and 66 clinics nationwide. INA plays a crucial role by leveraging its local expertise to collaborate with IHC and Swire Pacific, improving access to quality healthcare services in Indonesia. This aligns with INA's mission to attract foreign investment and support national strategic projects, with the healthcare sector as a key development pillar.