Indonesia’s iron and steel industry is being positioned as a major growth hub in Southeast Asia, according to the Indonesian Iron and Steel Industry Association (IISIA). Chairman of the IISIA, Akbar Djohan, highlighted that strong economic fundamentals, rising domestic steel consumption, and increasing downstream investments make Indonesia a strategic partner for regional steel development. With Southeast Asia showing some of the most promising global growth prospects, Indonesia’s role as ASEAN’s largest economy gives it a unique advantage to attract investment and strengthen partnerships in the sector. The country’s improving export performance further underscores its competitiveness in the global steel market. Djohan emphasized that amid global uncertainties, geopolitical shifts, and the push toward low-carbon industries, collaboration is essential for sustaining competitiveness. He noted that the future of steel will depend on stakeholders sharing knowledge, fostering innovation, and building trust across governments, industry players, financial institutions, and technology companies. The summit aims to accelerate the transition to a green steel ecosystem and align with President Prabowo Subianto’s industrial transformation agenda, Asta Cita, by forging new partnerships and investments to enhance Indonesia’s steel industry.Source: https://en.antaranews.com/news/421483/ri-poised-to-become-seas-steel-industry-hub (ICE GIACARTA)

Fonte notizia: ANTARA NEWS, 3 July 2026