Indonesia’s footwear industry is poised for a rebound, driven by renewed foreign investment interest. Between January and May 2025, 12 foreign companies have committed IDR 8 trillion to establish new production facilities, potentially generating over 80,000 jobs and producing more than 64 million pairs of shoes annually. This surge in investment, targeting regions like Majalengka, Jepara, Indramayu, and Brebes, reflects Indonesia’s continued appeal as a hub for labor-intensive, export-oriented manufacturing. PT Selalu Cinta Indonesia, a Nike supplier, exemplifies this momentum with significant exports to India, despite regulatory hurdles. However, the industry faces mounting challenges. India’s Quality Control Orders (QCO), requiring BIS certification, have slowed exports due to limited auditing capacity. Domestically, rising prices since March 2025 have dampened consumer demand, while global pressure such as the U.S. tariff war and declining GDP—have led to reduced orders from key markets. With 43% of production aimed at exports and over a third going to the U.S., the sector is vulnerable to global economic shifts. The Ministry of Industry is working diplomatically to ease trade barriers and strengthen Indonesia’s position in the global footwear value chain.Source: https://industri.kontan.co.id/news/industri-alas-kaki-tarik-investasi-rp-8-triliun-dari-12-perusahaan-asing  (ICE GIACARTA)

Fonte notizia: KONTAN, 16 June 2025