Indonesia and Germany aim to expand ties across industry, energy and education
Indonesia's industry minister said the two nations will deepen cooperation in sectors such as energy, digital transformation and vocational training.
At a German Unity Day celebration in Jakarta, Indonesia’s industry minister outlined a broad agenda to deepen strategic cooperation with Germany across industry, infrastructure, trade, investment, energy and digital transformation. He noted that the two countries are marking 74 years of diplomatic ties and preparing for a 75th-anniversary milestone in 2027, with a series of high-level visits this year, including President Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s state visit and meetings with German business delegations led by Florian Hahn.
Discussions with German Federal Minister Reem Alabali-Radovan focused on leveraging German technology and financing for renewable energy, electric-vehicle ecosystems, semiconductors and sustainable financing under the Just Energy Transition Partnership, which already commands over US$20 billion. The minister also emphasized expanding vocational education and skills development, allowing Indonesian workers to contribute to the German economy.
Bilateral trade reached roughly US$6.11 billion in 2025, and German investment exceeded US$1 billion through early 2026, with more than 250 German firms operating in Indonesia. The upcoming Indonesia-EU Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement is expected to further open markets and boost investment.
Why it matters
The expanded partnership could drive significant investment and job creation in both Indonesia and Germany.
In this story
