Do Java and Sumatra need more SEZs?


An aerial view of the Sanur Special Economic Zone (SEZ), Bali. As 60% of the SEZs are located in Java and Sumatra, this raises questions about whether the formation of SEZs is in accordance with its objectives. — The Jakarta Post

AT the beginning of October, the government established two new Special Economic Zones (SEZs) to enrich the investment location options in Indonesia, namely the Banten International Education, Technology and Health SEZ and the Batam International Health Tourism SEZ.

The National SEZ Council is also proposing the addition of six new SEZs, which would bring the total number to 30 as of early 2025.

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