Bangkok Bank, in synergy with Permata Bank, has reaffirmed its position as a regional economic catalyst by hosting the Indonesia Investment & Trade Forum 2026. Carrying the main theme 'Driving Growth and Creating Opportunities: Unlocking the Thailand & Indonesia Trade Corridor', this forum served as a strategic platform for investors and business experts from both countries to dissect the increasingly prospective potential of the Indonesian market.
Indonesia is considered to remain a prime investment destination thanks to stable economic resilience around five percent, supported by a large population of over 270 million people. Bangkok Bank President, Chartsiri Sophonpanich, stated that Thai business interest is focused on key sectors such as manufacturing, energy, and rapidly growing digital services, driven by regulatory reforms and government infrastructure acceleration.
Permata Bank President Director, Meliza M. Rusli, added that global confidence in Indonesia's long-term prospects continues to strengthen. This is reflected in the massive influx of foreign investment into various crucial sectors, ranging from logistics and telecommunications to natural resources. She emphasized that Indonesia is not merely a market, but a strategic partner for building more inclusive regional economic connectivity.
As concrete support, Bangkok Bank and Permata Bank have prepared a comprehensive advisory ecosystem for Thai clients. Through an extensive network encompassing more than 200 branch offices across 81 cities in Indonesia, local expert teams stand ready to provide customized financial solutions designed to accommodate trade partnership needs and sustainable business expansion.
