Indonesia Seeks More UAE Investment to Boost Food Security and Supply Chains

RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - Indonesia is seeking to deepen its economic ties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by attracting greater investment to strengthen national supply chains and bolster food security.

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto welcomed commitments from the UAE and global firms such as Louis Dreyfus Company, noting that new investment would support downstream industries, food resilience, and supply chain development.

“UEA is one of Indonesia’s strategic partners in the Middle East, and the implementation of the I-UAE CEPA will further enhance trade and investment flows,” he said in Jakarta on Sunday, June 14, 2026, as quoted by Antara.

The Indonesian government reaffirmed its support for UAE businesses already operating in the country, including Louis Dreyfus Company, which has maintained a presence for 25 years.

UAE Ambassador to Indonesia Abdulla Salem Al Dhaheri praised the positive trajectory of bilateral relations, describing Indonesia as a key partner in Southeast Asia open to wider collaboration.

Among the commitments, Abu Dhabi Export (ADEX) pledged investment focused on food security, reflecting confidence in Indonesia’s agribusiness potential. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi Ports (ADP) expressed readiness to support infrastructure development, including a feasibility study for Bali’s airport expansion.

Both governments agreed to maintain close communication to ensure effective realization of investment pledges. They also committed to strengthening investor confidence, accelerating priority projects, and advancing sustainable economic growth through long-term cooperation. ***