Indonesian Leader Urges Protection of Investment Climate After BYD Factory Disruption
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JAKARTA, Investortrust.id — Chairman of Indonesia’s highest legislative body Ahmad Muzani has emphasized that safeguarding the country’s investment climate requires not just strong regulations and infrastructure but also a stable social environment. His remarks come after reports of disruptions at the Subang factory of BYD, a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer.
Muzani, who also serves as Secretary General of the Great Indonesia Movement Party, or Gerindra Party, delivered the statement at the Parliament Complex in Senayan, Jakarta, on Friday, April 25, 2025. He highlighted that beyond laws and infrastructure, social harmony plays a critical role in ensuring investment success.
"On one hand, I believe investment must be protected not only through adequate regulations and supportive infrastructure but also by ensuring a conducive social environment," Muzani said.
The incident involving BYD adds to growing concerns over the role of vigilante groups disrupting business operations in Indonesia. The Chinese automaker BYD, known globally for its leadership in electric vehicle production, has been expanding operations in Southeast Asia, including a major investment in Indonesia’s West Java province.
Muzani stressed that a healthy investment ecosystem is interdependent on multiple factors. He noted that positive community attitudes alone are insufficient if government policies are misaligned or infrastructure remains poor.
"If the roads are damaged, the communities are supportive, but government regulations are not aligned with investment needs, then the ecosystem is still not ideal. Everything must be in harmony with the investment climate," he said.
He further warned that disruptions to investment activities by any mass organization could not be tolerated. According to Muzani, maintaining investment stability is a collective responsibility essential for national economic development.
"If there are any disruptions, they must be immediately addressed, including those coming from societal groups, whatever their name or affiliation. Investment is a critical instrument for building the nation's economy," Muzani added.
Separately, the issue was initially raised by Deputy Chairman of the MPR Eddy Soeparno, who via an Instagram post urged authorities to take firm action against those responsible for the disturbances at BYD’s facility.