Jakarta, INTI - Chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin), Anindya Novyan Bakrie, encouraged the Riau Islands (Kepri) Kadin leadership for the 2026–2031 term to develop the green and digital economy as emerging economic drivers to strengthen investment growth and create more employment opportunities in the region.
Anindya delivered the statement during the inauguration of the Riau Islands Provincial Kadin Board for the 2026–2031 period at the Wan Seri Beni Hall on Dompak Island, Tanjungpinang City, on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
Kepri’s Strategic Potential in Green and Digital Economy
He highlighted that the Riau Islands possess significant potential for the development of green and digital economic sectors due to their strategic location near several neighboring countries.
"The green and digital economy has a vast market potential, both domestically and internationally, especially as the Riau Islands are located close to various neighboring countries," Anindya stated.
He also urged Kadin Kepri to intensify the promotion of the Batam, Bintan, and Karimun (BBK) Free Trade Zone (FTZ) to attract a greater flow of investment into the region.
Investment Growth and Strengthening Regional Industrialization
According to him, strengthening regional industrialization requires sustainable investment, which can accelerate economic growth while generating new job opportunities.
Anindya praised the Riau Islands’ economic growth in 2025, which approached seven percent and surpassed the national average of five percent.
He also pointed to the province’s investment realization of Rp64.67 trillion in 2025 as evidence that the Riau Islands have become one of Indonesia’s key centers for economic expansion and investment.
"What is particularly interesting is that the investment composition in Kepri is evenly balanced, with a 50–50 ratio between domestic and foreign investment," he explained.
During the event, Anindya encouraged Kadin Kepri to continue strengthening partnerships with local governments and businesses, ranging from micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to large corporations.
He emphasized that Kadin serves as a bridge between large and small businesses while promoting inclusive economic empowerment across the region.
"I am very optimistic that Kadin Kepri will be able to maintain investment stability and security for investors," Anindya concluded.
Conclusion
Anindya expressed confidence that Kadin Riau Islands will continue to play a vital role in maintaining a favorable investment climate through stronger collaboration between the government, MSMEs, and large-scale industries. With its strategic location, growing investment performance, and strong potential in the green and digital sectors, the Riau Islands are expected to become one of Indonesia’s leading hubs for sustainable economic growth.
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