Event Reports

On 29 July 2026, the EuroCham Chemical Working Group held a Courtesy Meeting with the Directorate of Upstream Chemical Industry, Ministry of Industry of the Republic of Indonesia (Kementerian Perindustrian Republik Indonesia). The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on policy developments and regulatory matters affecting the chemical industry under the Ministry’s purview.

The meeting was led by the Head of the Chemical Working Group, Ibu Inezia Aurelia, Head of Regulatory Management & Trade Compliance at Merck Life Science. Key topics discussed included the management and importation of hazardous and toxic materials (B3), the implementation of the UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) Revision 7, adjustments to KBLI classifications in the chemical sector, and the import and distribution of chemicals. The discussion also covered the implementation of halal certification requirements in the chemical industry.

The Chemical Working Group reiterated its commitment to supporting the Government’s efforts to strengthen and enhance the competitiveness of Indonesia’s chemical industry, while continuing to contribute constructive industry perspectives and maintaining an open and productive dialogue with the Ministry.

EuroCham extends its sincere appreciation to the Directorate of Upstream Chemical Industry for hosting the meeting and for the constructive exchange of views.

On July 27, the EuroCham Energy Working Group held a meeting with members of the JETP team, along with representatives from GIZ, the German Embassy, Kemenko, and Danantara. The meeting focused on reforming renewable energy procurement in Indonesia, with a particular focus on the 100GW program as part of the government target strategy.

The session aimed to align existing studies and ongoing initiatives — including GIZ's procurement and transmission financing research (Based on India's SECI procurement framework), Danantara DDMF's project de-risking role, and the government's presidential regulation (PERPRES) on land readiness. Participants discussed a proposed five-part work stream structure (baseline, risk/de-risking, international benchmarking, institutional frameworks, and recommendations) as a structured benchmark for the success of JEPT.

The meeting also sought to clarify roles and leadership among stakeholders, and to identify how each organization, including EuroCham, could contribute actionable input toward a procurement model that is transparent, bankable, and ultimately shapes government policy.

EuroCham would like to extend our appreciation to the JETP Delivery Unit, Kemenko, GIZ, and Danantara for attending this informative meeting.