Event Reports

EuroCham Indonesia’s Automotive Working Group convened its first meeting of the year on 29 January, focusing on regulatory and policy developments in the automotive sector. The meeting was chaired by Ibu Nitya Wulandari, Deputy Head of the Automotive Working Group and Head of Public Affairs at Michelin Indonesia & Malaysia.

The strategic discussion covered several key topics, including the latest developments on standardization in the automotive sector, such as updates on type approval regulations and the ongoing implementation of mandatory SNI. Members also discussed progress on the IEU-CEPA, as well as recent trade policy developments. In addition, the Working Group outlined its 2026 stakeholder engagement plan to convey priority advocacy issues to relevant ministries and stakeholders.

On this occasion, the Working Group is also pleased to announce the appointment of two new Deputy Heads: Fenny Sofyan, Head of Corporate Communications and Government Relations at Bosch Indonesia, and Mick Deakin, Local Field Manager at TÜV Rheinland Indonesia. Their leadership will further strengthen the Group’s capacity to drive meaningful dialogue and policy advocacy on behalf of the automotive industry.

We thank all members for their participation.

On 29 January, EuroCham, in collaboration with our esteemed member HHP Law Firm, jointly organized an event titled “Navigating Indonesia’s Latest Investment Regulations: GR No. 28 of 2025 and BKPM Regulation No. 5 of 2025.” The event examined the key provisions of both regulations and their implications for investment licensing requirements and the Online Single Submission (OSS) system. It also provided practical guidance for businesses in adapting to the new regulatory framework, while fostering constructive dialogue between stakeholders and regulators.

The panel featured expert speakers from HHP Law Firm, including Daniel Pardede (Senior Partner and Head of M&A Practice), Cahyani Endahayu (Partner), and Preti Suralaga (Manager of Corporate and Compliance Services). The discussion was moderated by Suryamin Halim (Deputy Head of EuroCham Retail Sub-Working Group and Corporate Affairs, PT Hindo (H&M)). EuroCham extends its appreciation to HHP Law Firm for the collaboration and to all participants for their active engagement throughout the event.