ASIATODAY.ID, JAKARTA – Indonesia’s carbon market is increasingly attracting global attention.
The House of Representatives (DPR), through Commission XII, has begun to consolidate the direction of carbon trade policy by engaging in strategic dialogue with the European Union, reflecting Indonesia’s growing role as a key carbon market player in Southeast Asia.
The commitment was underscored during a meeting between Chairman of Commission XII, Bambang Patijaya, and the European Union Ambassador to Indonesia and Brunei Darussalam, Denis Chaibi focusing on the implementation of Presidential Regulation No. 110 of 2025 on the Carbon Economic Value (CEV). The meeting took place at the Indonesian Parliament Complex in Senayan, Jakarta, on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Bambang stated that the meeting served as an important platform to align perspectives, particularly regarding the European Union’s views on carbon trading in Indonesia.
According to him, the EU regards Indonesia as a strategic actor—not only because of its vast natural resources, but also due to its central role in the region’s energy transition.
“Indonesia holds a very important position in Southeast Asia. We have significant resources in both the energy and mining sectors. Therefore, the European Union emphasizes the importance of sustainable resource utilization while maintaining strong environmental safeguards,” Bambang told after the meeting.
He emphasized that bilateral relations between Indonesia and the European Union are built on principles of equality and mutual respect.
Rather than an imposing approach, discussions were characterized by openness and constructive engagement aimed at strengthening long-term cooperation in energy and carbon trading.
Commission XII, Bambang added, remains open to investment and business cooperation opportunities, provided they comply with Indonesian regulations and align with national interests.
Several potential areas of cooperation were discussed, including those related to the Electricity Supply Business Plan and emerging carbon trading mechanisms.
“As long as they meet regulatory requirements, we are open to cooperation. This is part of our efforts to promote a healthy and sustainable investment climate,” he said.
Bambang also noted that European business entities have already been involved in Indonesia’s carbon market.
The recent dialogue is expected to reinforce positive signals about Indonesia’s vast potential—not only in carbon trading but across the broader energy sector.
“We hope this engagement encourages more European businesses to consider Indonesia as a key investment destination, not only in carbon-related sectors but also in energy as a whole,” he added.
Furthermore, Bambang stressed that engagement with the European Union is not a one-off initiative. Communication and cooperation have been ongoing, even prior to his tenure as Chairman of Commission XII.
“This is a long-term process. Commission XII will continue to ensure that this cooperation delivers real contributions and tangible benefits for Indonesia, particularly in carbon trading and the broader energy sector,” he concluded. (AT Network)
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