Survey: Only one in three Indonesians favour China investors

SINGAPORE: Only one in three Indonesians favour Chinese investors buying a controlling stake in major local companies, a survey has found, showing the difficulty Beijing faces to improve its image across South-East Asia.

The poll by Australia-based Lowy Institute asked respondents about a range of topics, including whether they would favour companies, banks or investment funds from eight particular countries purchasing a majority share in major Indonesian firms.