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KN-JAKARTA, In a high-stakes move to fortify the national economy against global headwinds, President Prabowo Subianto convened a marathon four-hour meeting with five of Indonesia’s most influential business leaders at the Garudayaksa Pavilion in Hambalang, Bogor.
The meeting focused on the concept of “Indonesia Incorporated,” a strategic alliance between the state and the private sector aimed at accelerating development and insulating the nation from external shocks.
The Hambalang Five: A Push for MSMEs
The elite group of attendees included:
Prajogo Pangestu (Barito Pacific Group)
Anthony Salim (Salim Group)
Franky Widjaja (Sinar Mas Group)
Boy Thohir (Adaro Energy)
Sugianto Kusuma (Agung Sedayu Group)
President Prabowo urged these “tycoons” to prioritize the real sector and, crucially, to integrate Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) into their value chains. “MSMEs are the backbone of this economy,” the President emphasized, framing their growth as a matter of national competitiveness.
Financial Relief: Capital Returns to Jakarta
The President’s call for domestic synergy comes as Bank Indonesia (BI) reports a significant return of foreign investor confidence. As of February 6, 2026, foreign capital inflows reached $921 million (IDR 15.44 trillion).
This marks a dramatic turnaround from the volatility of 2025, which saw a staggering net outflow of $7.6 billion. BI Senior Deputy Governor Destry Damayanti noted that the majority of these funds are flowing into government bonds and rupiah securities, providing much-needed support for the currency.
The Regional Context: 2025 Retrospective
Since taking office on October 20, 2024, President Prabowo has navigated a complex economic landscape. The “Trump Tariffs” of April 2025 reignited trade uncertainty, causing divergent growth across Southeast Asia:
Fpoto: President Prabowo Subianto received requests for an audience from five national businessmen at his private residence in Hambalang, Bogor, on Tuesday evening, February 10, 2026. DOC. Setkab
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