Jakarta. PT Federal International Finance (FIFGROUP), a subsidiary of Astra and part of Astra Financial, continues to reinforce its commitment to sustainable business practices by integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into its operations and community development initiatives.

As part of its ongoing sustainability journey, FIFGROUP inaugurated its third FIFGROUP Fostered Prosperous Village (DSA) in Bukit Sinyonya, Pandeglang, Banten, in April 2026. The initiative reflects the company's dedication to creating long-term social and economic value while supporting the Astra 2030 Sustainability Aspirations.

"This is in line with Astra 2030 Sustainability Aspirations, where FIFGROUP remains committed to consistently implementing initiatives focused on environmental stewardship, social development, and public contribution," said Esther Sri Harjati, Director of FIFGROUP.

The village was officially launched by Esther Sri Harjati and fellow Director Julius Julianto, alongside local stakeholders. The program is implemented through close collaboration with community partners, providing continuous mentoring, education, and capacity-building to ensure sustainable development.

Empowering Local Entrepreneurs
The Pandeglang initiative supports four local micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs): Kopi Puhu, Batik Sinyonya, Pandan Weaving, and Goldfish Farming. These businesses have expanded their reach to serve the growing tourism market in Pandeglang and surrounding areas, creating meaningful economic opportunities for local communities.

More than 400 residents have benefited from the program, including coffee farmers, artisans, fish farmers, and other small business owners, helping strengthen local livelihoods and foster inclusive economic growth.

The Pandeglang village marks another milestone in FIFGROUP's broader community empowerment journey within the Astra ecosystem.

In mid-2025, the company inaugurated the Rafflesia Batang Palupuh Kampung Berseri Astra (KBA) in Agam Regency, West Sumatra. The initiative promotes local economic development through businesses such as Rafflesia Luwak Coffee, while also supporting environmental conservation through a recycling center and preservation efforts for the rare Rafflesia arnoldii, one of Indonesia's most iconic flowers.

FIFGROUP's first KBA was launched in Duren Seribu, Depok, in May 2024. The program introduced a range of community facilities designed to improve quality of life, including an integrated health post (Posyandu), a community reading center, a plant nursery, a maggot cultivation center for organic waste management, and bucket-based fish farming (Budikdamber).

From Depok to West Sumatra and now Pandeglang, FIFGROUP's consistent investment in community development demonstrates that ESG is not simply a corporate commitment—it is a long-term strategy that grows alongside local communities.

Driving Sustainable Impact
FIFGROUP's sustainability initiatives extend beyond community empowerment to include environmental preservation, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), occupational health and safety, and broader social contributions.

As part of Astra, the company integrates sustainability into its Triple-P Roadmap—Portfolio, People, and Public Contribution—through the FIFGROUP 2030 Sustainability Framework & Initiatives. The framework aligns with Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) Sustainable Finance Roadmap, Astra's sustainability direction, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Through its Public Contribution pillar, FIFGROUP delivers corporate social responsibility programs under five flagship initiatives:

• FIFGROUP Sehat (Health)
• FIFGROUP Pintar (Education)
• FIFGROUP Sejahtera (Economic Empowerment)
• FIFGROUP Lestari (Environment)
• FIFGROUP Peduli (Humanitarian Support)

The DSA and KBA programs bring these pillars together into an integrated community development model that empowers residents, strengthens local economies, and promotes environmental sustainability.

For FIFGROUP, sustainability is more than a business objective—it is a commitment to creating lasting value for society while supporting responsible business growth.

By investing in people, protecting the environment, and fostering resilient local economies, FIFGROUP continues to demonstrate how ESG principles can generate meaningful impact and help build stronger, more sustainable communities across Indonesia.

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