Jakarta. Rising geopolitical tensions, including ongoing conflict in the Middle East, have not dampened investor appetite for Indonesia, Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani said on Monday, saying that global uncertainty is instead prompting greater interest in the country.

Speaking at a parliamentary hearing with Commission XII, Rosan said investors — particularly from the Middle East — are increasingly engaging with Indonesian authorities as they seek stable destinations for long-term capital.

“We are seeing that with heightened tensions, especially in Middle Eastern countries, investors from the region are intensifying discussions with us. We are also actively meeting prospective investors,” he said.

Indonesia is being viewed as a relatively safe haven amid global volatility, underpinned by its political stability, security, and improving investment climate. Rosan added that such factors are critical for investors making long-term commitments.

He added that overseas visits by President Prabowo Subianto have further bolstered investor confidence. During these trips, Prabowo has met with global business leaders to outline Indonesia’s economic outlook and policy direction.

“We can see from the president’s visits to the United States, Western countries, China, and Russia that Indonesia is being received openly,” Rosan said.

Recent government visits to key Asian economies — including Japan, South Korea, and China — also showed no signs of declining investment interest. Engagements with investors were conducted through both large forums and one-on-one meetings, he added.

The government is continuing efforts to reduce uncertainty, often cited as a key concern among investors, by improving regulatory frameworks and enhancing business certainty across sectors.

Against this backdrop, Indonesia is targeting investment realization of around Rp 497 trillion ($29 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, representing an estimated 7% year-on-year increase. The investment is expected to generate approximately 627,000 jobs, up 5.5% from the same period last year.

“We are optimistic that the first-quarter investment target of Rp 497 trillion can be achieved,” Rosan concluded.