Highlighted Topic: 5G and ASEAN’s Digital Future: Powering the Next Decade
ASEAN is on the verge of a significant economic leap, and its success will be built on a new digital foundation. The key to this transformation is 5G technology. More than just faster internet, 5G is reshaping the physical and digital infrastructure of Southeast Asia. It influences everything from how radio frequencies are managed to the design of data centers, logistics networks, and smart factories.
For ASEAN economies, modernizing these systems is not just an option—it is essential for staying competitive in a global economy driven by real-time data, automation, and AI. This post explores how 5G is driving this change, what it means for businesses and developers, and how the region can navigate the challenges to secure a prosperous digital future.
Understanding 5G: More Than Just a Speed Bump
So, what makes fifth-generation mobile technology, or 5G, so different from the 4G we use today? While 4G brought us mobile internet and video streaming, 5G delivers three game-changing upgrades:
- Exceptional Speed: With speeds up to 10 Gbps—roughly 10 times faster than 4G— 5G allows for the near-instantaneous transfer of huge data
- Ultra-Low Latency: Latency is the delay before a data transfer 5G cuts this delay from 30–50 milliseconds (4G) to as low as 1 millisecond. This enables data to travel in what feels like real-time.
- Massive Capacity: 5G can support millions of connected devices simultaneously in a small area, making it the engine for the Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous vehicles, and smart cities.
These features are the building blocks for innovations like industrial robotics, remote healthcare, and AI-powered operations—all of which depend on ultra-fast, reliable communication.
From Latency to Intelligence: How 5G Fuels the AI Era
The biggest advantage of 5G lies in its ability to dramatically reduce latency. While a 50- millisecond delay on 4G is fine for streaming a movie, it’s not nearly fast enough for an autonomous car to brake or a surgical robot to make a precise incision.
By nearly eliminating this delay, 5G becomes the critical link for an AI-driven world. It allows for:
- Real-time Decision-Making: Machines can communicate and react instantly without human intervention, which is essential for automation on a factory floor or in a logistics hub.
- Smarter Cloud Operations: 5G supports edge computing, where data is processed closer to its source instead of being sent to a distant data This reduces network congestion, improves speed, and makes AI-powered analytics faster and more reliable.
For ASEAN, this low-latency infrastructure is the key to unlocking smart manufacturing in industrial zones like Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor, creating real-time logistics networks that span the region, and powering more efficient public services.
The Business Case for 5G: A Competitive Edge for ASEAN
The benefits of 5G extend far beyond personal convenience. For businesses, it represents a fundamental shift in how they operate, innovate, and compete.
For Multinational Corporations (MNCs)
MNCs operating in ASEAN can leverage 5G to transform their supply chains and operations. For example, a company like Siemens is already using private 5G networks in its German factories to connect machinery and robots, boosting efficiency and flexibility. In ASEAN, this model could be applied to:
- Optimize Global Supply Chains: Real-time tracking of goods from factory to port, predictive maintenance for shipping fleets, and automated warehouse management become possible.
- Enable Remote Expertise: An expert in Singapore could remotely guide a technician in a Vietnamese factory using AR-powered glasses, reducing downtime and travel costs.
- Unlock New Revenue Streams: 5G enables companies to offer data-intensive services, such as AI-driven analytics for agricultural clients or immersive retail experiences for consumers.
For Industrial Park Developers
Industrial parks are evolving from simple land plots with utilities into high-tech ecosystems. For developers, integrating 5G is a powerful way to attract high-value tenants in sectors like advanced manufacturing, biotech, and data services.
Malaysia has been investing to build ecosystem ready for this leap. Kulim Hi-Tech Park is one example of. By integrating 5G, industrial parks can offer:
- Smart Manufacturing as a Service: Provide tenants with a ready-to-use, private 5G network for connecting IoT sensors, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and robotic
- Intelligent Logistics: A 5G-enabled park can feature automated gates, drone-based inventory management, and real-time tracking of all vehicles, reducing bottlenecks and improving efficiency.
- A Hub for Innovation: Attract R&D labs and tech startups that need a high- performance environment to develop and test next-generation
Navigating the Road Ahead: Challenges and Solutions
Despite its immense potential, the path to full 5G deployment in ASEAN is not without obstacles. However, for each challenge, a collaborative solution exists.
- Challenge: High Infrastructure Costs
Deploying the dense network of small cells and fiber optics required for 5G is expensive.
Solution: Public-private partnerships can help fund the rollout. Governments can offer incentives, while telecom operators can explore infrastructure-sharing models to reduce individual costs and accelerate deployment, especially in rural areas.
- Challenge: Fragmented Regulatory Policies
ASEAN nations have different rules for spectrum allocation and data management, which can slow down cross-border investments and integration. Solution: Establishing an ASEAN-wide task force to harmonize spectrum policies and create common data protection standards would create a more predictable and attractive investment climate for telecom operators and MNCs.
- Challenge: Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
With billions of new devices connecting to 5G networks, the potential for cyber- attacks increases significantly.
Solution: Adopting a “zero-trust” security model, where every connection is verified, is crucial. Furthermore, investing in AI-powered threat monitoring systems can help detect and neutralize threats in real time across the network.
A Vision for ASEAN in 2035: A Global Digital Leader
To fully realize the promise of 5G, ASEAN must move forward with a unified strategy. The focus should be on accelerating network deployment, standardizing regulations, and investing in a digitally skilled workforce. By creating incentives for investment in underserved areas and fostering a vibrant innovation ecosystem, the region can build a powerful digital economy.
Looking ahead, the next decade will be transformative. By 2035, ASEAN has the potential to become a global hub for 5G-driven industries. Imagine a region where smart factories in multiple countries operate as a single, integrated production line; where agricultural drones optimize crop yields from the Mekong Delta to the fields of Indonesia; and where AI-powered logistics ensure goods move seamlessly across borders. This is the future that 5G makes possible. By embracing it, ASEAN can not only enhance its economic competitiveness but also set a new global standard for regional digital transformation.
Skylight’s Opinion
To fully unlock the potential of 5G, Indonesia with other neighbour countries must drive ASEAN in adopting a unified strategy for digital transformation. The focus should be on:
- Accelerating network deployment: Expand 5G coverage to industrial hubs, as well as rural and underserved
- Standardizing regulatory frameworks: Ensure seamless implementation and interoperability across provinces to attract foreign investment.
- Investing in workforce development: Equip professionals with digital skills to manage and innovate using 5G
- Incentivizing investment in industrial parks: Leverage infrastructure-sharing models and public-private partnerships to integrate 5G into smart industrial zones.
- Fostering a robust innovation ecosystem: Support R&D in AI, IoT, and emerging technologies to position Indonesia as a regional leader.
By embracing these strategies, Indonesia can position itself as a global hub for 5G-driven industries, ensuring sustainable growth and prosperity for the nation and the region.
Latest Update
- PLN Batam Builds Gas and Steam Power Plant Worth IDR 3.35 Trillion
- PLN Batam is set to build a Steam Gas Power Plant called PLTGU Batam #1 which will have a capacity of 120 MW.
- In the construction of this project, PLN Batam is working together with a national consortium comprised of PT PP, PT Atamora Teknik Makmur and PT Sinergi Pratama Sukses.
- The Steam Gas Power Plant Project will strengthen the competitiveness of industrial parks located in Batam, Bintan, and Karimun, the Riau Islands and is part of a broader vision to make Batam a model of a highly competitive energy-driven city outside Java.
- The project with an investment value of IDR 35 trillion (US$ 202 million) is targeted to be completed in 3 years, and aims to become one of the backbones of Batam’s power system, strengthening other expanding sectors in the region such as logistics, manufacturing, and data centers.
- Government Plans to Build 7 New Fertilizer Plants with IDR 50 Trillion Budget
- The Indonesian government plans to build seven new fertilizer factories with an investment of IDR 50 trillion (US$ 3 billion). The construction of seven new factories will be done in stages over the span of 10 years.
- The construction of the new factory will be more profitable as the gas raw material usage will be only 22-23%, significantly lower than the 43% usage in revitalizing the old factory.
- In addition, the Minister of Agriculture is improving fertilizer management to save the government up to IDR 10 trillion (US$ 602 million) and reduce fertilizer production costs by 26%.
- This development is expected to increase state-owned PT Pupuk Indonesia’s profits to IDR 5 trillion (US$ 151.5 million) by 2026, with projected total profits reaching IDR 7.5 trillion (US$ 454.5 million); this revitalization also has the potential to add 700,000 tons of subsidized fertilizers gradually until 2029.
- Toyota Expressed Interest to Build Ethanol Factory in Indonesia
- The Deputy Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry/Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Todotua Pasaribu, states Toyota has expressed great interest in building an ethanol plant in Indonesia.
- This step aims to meet the ethanol demand in the 10% gasoline-ethanol blend (E10) fuel program, which will be mandatory starting in 2027. The national ethanol demand for E10 implementation is estimated to reach around 4 million kiloliters per year.
- Toyota has an automotive line that already uses hydrogen and And some Toyota products are even already capable of operating 100% on E100 fuel.
- Apart from Toyota, several other investors are also exploring similar opportunities. The government is also establishing communication with Brazil, which is considered successful in managing the ethanol industry from upstream to downstream.
- Chandra Asri to Acquire ExxonMobil’s Esso Gas Station Network in Singapore
- Chandra Asri (TPIA), Indonesia’s leading petrochemical company, plans to acquire ExxonMobil’s Esso fuel station network in Singapore for approximately US$1 To finance the deal, the company is seeking a US$750 million untrenched facility—currently in discussions with Global Atlantic, the insurance arm of KKR & Co—while the remaining US$250 million will be funded through internal equity.
- Separately, Chandra Asri is also in talks with a consortium of banks for a senior loan of up to US$600 million, alongside mezzanine financing of around US$250 million from private credit funds. The potential financiers include the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA), Allianz Global Investors, and Ares Management.
- TPIA’s expansion into Singapore’s fuel retail ecosystem is a strategic step in strengthening operational agility, energy resilience, and building an integrated platform for regional growth.
- Overall, this step aligns with TPIA’s strategy to build an integrated infrastructure in Southeast Asia’s energy The purchase is subject to regulatory approval and the company aims to complete it by the end of the year.
- Timor Leste Officially Becomes ASEAN’s 11th Member
- Timor Leste, Asia’s youngest nation, has officially become the 11th member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) after a significant 14- year wait.
- Timor Leste, a population of 4 million, is one of Asia’s most impoverished nations; and through joining the ASEAN, the country aims to boost its economy, which is currently valued at around US$2 billion, represents just a tiny fraction out of ASEAN’s total US$ 3.8 trillion GDP.
- Timor Leste’s inclusion emphasize that it must prioritize stability and avoid being a burden on ASEAN; at the same time, it will bolster ASEAN’s collective efforts in strengthening ASEAN’s conflict resolution mechanisms such as providing valuable insights on border disputes and issues in the South China Sea.
- Indonesia Seeks China’s Support for Global Royalty System Proposal
- Indonesia is pushing for global support to create a new international copyright royalty system, and reaching out to China to endorse its proposal as a World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) member.
- The proposal, titled The Indonesian Proposal for a Legally Binding Instrument on the Governance of Copyright Royalty in the Digital Environment, is a strategic effort to promote economic justice for creators and the creative industry in the digital age.
- Intellectual Property (IP) development is a key pillar of Indonesia’s national growth agenda, emphasizing that Indonesia is modernising IP frameworks and allowing IP certificates to be used as collateral for bank loans to support MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) and local entrepreneurs.
- Indonesia’s Justice Minister and Chinese officials also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on bilateral IP cooperation.
- The new MoU focuses on strengthening IP systems in both countries, covering patents, industrial designs, trademarks, and geographical indications. It also includes provisions for strategic dialogue, exchange of best practices in IP examination, and joint human resource development programs.
- East Java’s Potential to Become Ethanol Factory Location
- The Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning Ministry is preparing one million hectares of land to support Indonesia’s plan to mandate gas stations to blend 10 percent ethanol into their fuel products.
- The government has so far identified around 240 thousand hectares of land across 18 provinces nationwide with the potential to host ethanol
- The Ministry of Industry considers East Java to have high potential as a location for the construction of an ethanol plant to support the mandatory program of 10 percent ethanol content in fuel oil (BBM) or 10 percent bioethanol (E10), as East Java is the largest producer of sugar cane in Indonesia, and produces a lot of molasses as the by product.
- Molasses is a by-product of the sugar processing industry, mainly from sugar cane and sugar Molasses can be processed into bioethanol.
- Currently, the government has allocated IDR 6 trillion (US$ 96.4 million) for the ratoon-clearing program, which involves rejuvenating sugarcane plants that are no longer productive.
- Of the IDR 1.6 trillion (US$ 96.4 million) allocation, the ratoon-clearing program is targeted to cover 100,000 hectares of land, with a primary focus on East Java at 70,000 hectares, covering 26 districts.
- Bank Indonesia to Release Crypto National Stablecoin
- Bank Indonesia has revealed its commitment to advancing the nation’s digital financial transformation by releasing central bank digital securities, which are described as Indonesia’s version of This strategic move aligns Indonesia with a growing number of countries leveraging blockchain to modernize their monetary systems, signaling a new era for the nation’s financial landscape.
- Unlike other crypto assets that are highly volatile, stablecoins are designed to maintain a stable value because they are pegged to the reference price of an underlying asset, such as a national This stability makes them a practical and reliable instrument for digital transactions, from everyday purchases to cross-border payments.
- The use of stablecoins is growing rapidly worldwide, in line with the increasing adoption of blockchain technology in the financial sector. A Citigroup report in April 2025 stated that the coming year has the potential to be a “mainstream moment like ChatGPT” for the blockchain world, especially in the financial and government sectors. Regulatory clarity, particularly in the United States, is a major driver of this accelerated adoption.
- Several countries have also begun to actively embrace stablecoins as part of their monetary systems. Kyrgyzstan has just launched a national stablecoin called KGST, which is pegged 1:1 to its official currency, the som (KGS). Meanwhile, Japan made history on October 27, 2025, by releasing the world’s first yen-based stablecoin, JPYC, designed to facilitate seamless digital transactions and improve financial inclusion.
- Indonesia’s initiative aims to create a secure and reliable digital currency backed by government bonds, ensuring its value and fostering This move is expected to enhance financial inclusion by providing access to digital services for unbanked populations, simplify cross-border remittances, and build a foundation for integrating advanced technologies like AI and IoT into the economy.
- While the potential is significant, challenges such as establishing a clear regulatory framework, building public trust, and developing the necessary infrastructure must be addressed.
- Indonesia in Urban Waste Management, Accelerating Waste-to-Energy
- Presidential Regulation Number 109 of 2025, titled Urban Waste Management through Waste Processing into Renewable Energy Based on Environmentally Friendly Technology, has been released, introduces a comprehensive framework to accelerate waste-to-energy (WtE) projects across Indonesia, replacing the previous Presidential Regulation 35 of 2018. The regulation aims to address urban waste challenges while promoting renewable energy development.
- Several key provisions have been outlined:
–Electricity Tariff: PLN is mandated to purchase electricity from waste-to-energy developers or independent power producers (IPPs) at a fixed rate of US$0.20 per kWh. This feed-in tariff is designed to attract private sector investment by ensuring predictable revenue streams.
–Fixed Pricing: Electricity prices under the Electricity Sales and Purchase Agreement (PJBL) with PLN are non-negotiable and will remain fixed for the duration of the agreement, with no escalation allowed. This provides financial certainty for developers.
–No Penalties for Developers: Unlike typical PLN agreements, waste-to-energy developers are exempt from penalties such as take-and-pay fines. This ensures that developers are not penalized for lower power output caused by technical issues or insufficient waste supply from local governments.
–PJBL Duration: Agreements between PLN and developers are set for a 30-year term, starting from the Commercial Operation Date (COD). This long-term commitment is expected to encourage private sector participation and secure financing.
–PLN Compensation: The government will compensate PLN if its obligation to purchase electricity or invest in network infrastructure increases its basic electricity generation cost. This provision ensures PLN’s financial stability while supporting renewable energy goals.
- The regulation sets an ambitious target to construct 33 new waste-to-energy plants across Indonesia within the next two years. These facilities will process urban waste into renewable energy, reducing landfill dependency and greenhouse gas emissions.
- By making PLN the single offtaker and providing a sufficient feed-in tariff, the regulation creates a more investment-friendly environment for private This is expected to accelerate the development of WtE projects and attract foreign direct investment.
- While the regulation provides a robust framework, several challenges remain:
- Waste Supply Management: Ensuring a consistent and adequate supply of waste from local governments to WtE plants will be critical for project success.
- Infrastructure Readiness: Developing the necessary infrastructure, including waste collection and transportation systems, will require significant coordination and investment.
- Public Awareness: Educating communities about the benefits of WtE projects and encouraging waste segregation at the source will be essential for long-term sustainability.
- On November 6, 2025, Danantara, the Indonesian sovereign wealth management, announced the 24 companies shortlisted for the first phase of WtE projects. Selected from over 200 global applicants, the list includes major players like Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, ITOCHU Corporation, Kanadevia Corporation, Veolia Environmental Services and China Everbright Environment Group.
- Each selected company must form a consortium with a local partner (private firm, State Owned Enterprises, or Regional Owned Enterprises) to bid for projects, promoting technology transfer and local capacity building.
- The first phase of WtE projects will be developed in seven metropolitan areas: Denpasar, Bogor, Bekasi, Yogyakarta, Tangerang, Semarang, and Medan.
- Each facility requires an investment of IDR 2.5–3.2 trillion for a capacity of 16–20 megawatts. Priority regions must have at least 5 hectares of land and a daily waste volume exceeding 1,000 tons.
- The tender process is expected to conclude quickly, with construction starting in Q1 The regulation and tender process are critical steps in managing Indonesia’s 56 million tons of annual waste (61% of which is unmanaged) while supporting the nation’s renewable energy goals.
- Patimban Industrial Estate Receives Support from West Java Government
- The Patimban Industrial Estate (PIE) is envisioned as a new growth center in West Java, leveraging its proximity to Patimban Port, one of Indonesia’s key international Spanning 1,200 Ha, PIE is soon to be SEZ and strategically located with direct access to toll road infrastructure, offering seamless connectivity for logistics and export-oriented industries, with 6 targeted sectors in the Petrochemical, Semiconductor, Electronic, EV, Logistics, Automotive sector.
- The estate is being developed by PT Wahana Mitra Semesta and PT Griya Idola, subsidiaries of the Barito Pacific Group owned by Prajogo Recognizing its potential to emerge as a new industrial hub, the West Java Provincial Government has extended full support for the project.
- A cooperation agreement between the Governor of West Java and the West Java Investment and One-Stop Service Agency was officially signed to accelerate investment The agreement outlines commitments to expedite licensing processes, facilitate company expansion, and provide local tax and fee incentives.
- The local government also demonstrates strong community development support by partnering with vocational high schools (SMKs) to build a skilled workforce aligned with future industrial needs.
Latest Update – Japanese Companies Movements in Indonesia
- Komatsu Indonesia Inaugurates New Assembly Facility in MM2100
- Komatsu Indonesia, a major supplier of heavy equipment and services for mining, construction, and forestry in Indonesia, has opened a new assembly plant built on an area of 15,000 square meters for large hydraulic excavators in the Cibitung Plant of the MM2100 Industrial Park.
- This New Assembly Plant facility complements Komatsu’s existing facilities in Cibitung, and continues the presence of other Komatsu factories located in Cilincing (Assembling, Foundry, Fabrication, Hydraulic) and Cikarang.
- Embracing the Smart Factory concept, this plant implements automation and digitalization in its production processes.
- One example is the use of Automatic Guided Vehicles (AGVs), a self-propelled, computer-controlled robot that autonomously transports materials in the component supply system, which aims to increase efficiency while reducing carbon With a production capacity of up to 200 units per year, Komatsu Indonesia is committed to meeting domestic and export market demand.
- Mitsubishi Estate Launches Luxury Condominium Sales in Indonesia
- Mitsubishi Estate , Ltd. (Mitsubishi Estate) is collaborating with PT Benhil Property (BP) and PT Taspen Properti Indonesia (Taspro) to develop a large- scale mixed-use project in central Jakarta, tentatively named “Oasis Central Sudirman.” The project includes the “Two Sudirman Jakarta” district, featuring luxury condominiums, a hotel, and serviced apartments.
- The hotel and serviced apartments, under the tentative name “Andaz Jakarta Sudirman,” are scheduled to open by the end of 2028
- Operated by Hyatt, Andaz is a luxury lifestyle brand known for its modern, expressive design that incorporates local The brand has around 30 properties in major cities and resort destinations worldwide.
- The project is aimed at Indonesia’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), many of whom have accumulated wealth through resource- related industries. The absence of inheritance tax in Indonesia has contributed to growing assets among the wealthy, who often own multiple residences for vacation or investment purposes
- While Indonesia’s middle-class purchasing power has declined due to a worsening employment environment, the luxury market remains Yasuaki Kota, President of Mitsubishi Estate Indonesia, stated that the weaker consumer environment has not significantly impacted sales, which are meeting or exceeding expectations.
- Mitsubishi Estate has partnered with Bank Mandiri and Bank Danamon (a subsidiary of MUFG Bank) to provide financing for condominium buyers
- Nikoniko Nori to Build New Factory with Financing from JBIC
- The Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) announced on the 21st that it will provide a loan to Niconico Nori , Ltd. The financing, totaling 104 million yen, is a co-financing arrangement with Amagasaki Shinkin Bank, of which JBIC’s portion amounts to 52 million yen. Niconico Nori will use the funds to establish a new factory in Indonesia.
- Niconico Nori Co., Ltd., founded in 1921, is a small and medium-sized enterprise primarily engaged in seaweed processing. The company handles a variety of seaweed-based products, including seasoned and roasted seaweed, furikake (rice seasoning), and seaweed soups and miso soups.
- In response to the growing demand for Japanese food products such as seaweed in Indonesia—driven by the country’s economic growth and expanding domestic consumption—Niconico Nori established Koasa International Indonesia (KII) in 2024. KII plans to manufacture roasted and seasoned seaweed for both consumer and commercial use at its newly constructed processing facility, supplying the products to the Indonesian domestic market.
- PT Daisan Minori Indonesia Opened Yuzuru Driving School
- Daisan , Ltd., the Indonesian dispatch agency PT MINORI (“Minori”), and Zipras Co., Ltd., which provides driver’s license acquisition services, have established the joint venture PT DAISAN MINORI INDONESIA (“DMI”). On October 1, 2025, DMI held the opening ceremony of its driving school, Yuzuru Driving School, in Cikarang, Indonesia.
- The school features a 4,000-square-meter training course where students can practice practical driving skills on a Japan-standard By leveraging Zipras’s expertise in safe driving training and Minori’s know-how in school management, the school offers mock exams, online learning tools, and practical training, aiming to train drivers to meet Japan’s road standards.
- In Japanese language education, the school applies Minori’s management expertise to provide comprehensive learning support, including instruction on Japanese living etiquette and guidance for passing the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT).
- The school provides training for ordinary Class 1, semi-medium, and ordinary Class 2 licenses, focusing on developing professional drivers ready to contribute in the workplace.
- Programs include:
- Skills Training Based on Japanese Standards: Practical driving instruction following Japanese driving school curricula.
- Classroom Instruction: Academic lessons covering the first and second stages of Japanese driving school courses, including customer service and etiquette training.
- Comprehensive Classroom Learning: Pre-driving vehicle inspections, hazard prediction training, transport operations, cargo handling, and driving record management.
- Japan-Adapted Driver Education: Training designed to facilitate conversion of foreign licenses to Japanese licenses.
- Post-License Support: Guidance on Japanese traffic rules and practical knowledge via apps to ensure a smooth transition into work.
- Phased training has already begun in response to requests from transportation and construction companies, preparing students for deployment to Japan. After arrival in Japan, students are supported in converting their Indonesian licenses into Japanese licenses, enabling them to become effective professional drivers
- Japan Provides Feasibility Study Grant for Biogas in Palu
- The Japanese government has approved a grant for a feasibility study on converting municipal waste into biogas in Palu, Central Sulawesi.
- The study is led by a consortium comprising Kanadevia Corporation (a leading Japanese waste-conversion engineering firm), Kirkheaton Ltd (a consulting firm), and an undisclosed Japanese gas company.
- The project aims to transform Palu’s waste into valuable products, including biogas as an energy source and organic fertilizer, fostering a circular economy in the region. Palu’s government has pledged full support, providing data on waste production and identifying two potential sites for the biogas facility, Kawatuna Landfill and Palu SEZ (1,500 Ha).
- This long-term investment, projected to last 25–30 years, has the potential to attract billions in additional funding, create local jobs, and serve as a model for waste-to-energy projects in Eastern Indonesia.
-end-
REFERENCES
- Skylight Analytics Hub
- https://www.ericsson.com/en/press-releases/2/2025/6/telkomsel-and-ericsson-collaborate-to- launch-seamless-hyper-5g-in-batam
- https://lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/gia/article/leveraging-5g-for-ai-driven-transformation-in-asean– insights–strategic-shifts–and-policy-imperatives
- https://technologymagazine.com/articles/the-impact-of-china-unicom-huaweis-5g-advanced- network
- https://www.siemens.com/us/en/products/automation/industrial-communication/industrial- 5g/private-5g-networks-infrastructure.html
- https://www.connectingafrica.com/5g-networks/mtn-huawei-cement-5g-industrial-use-case- in-uganda
- https://opengovasia.com/malaysia-kulim-hi-tech-park-anchors-innovation-and-growth/?c=id
- https://www.infineon.com/assets/row/public/documents/corporate/media-book-kulim-3.pdf
- https://inet.detik.com/law-and-policy/d-8185093/opensignal-ungkap-biang-kerok-5g- indonesia-tertinggal
- https://www.usiq.org/the-impact-of-5g-technology-on-business-operations/
- https://www.opensignal.com/2025/10/10/asean-digital-infrastructure-the-role-of-spectrum/dt
- https://www.techtarget.com/searchnetworking/feature/A-deep-dive-into-the-differences- between-4G-and-5G-networks
- https://enqt.de/en/blog/5g-vs-4g-an-overview-of-the-most-important-differences/
- https://datacentremagazine.com/news/beyond-speed-how-5g-is-redefining-data-centre- strategy
- https://technologymagazine.com/news/beyond-speed-how-5g-is-redefining-data-centre- strategy
- https://money.kompas.com/read/2025/10/19/141600526/pln-batam-bangun-pltgu-senilai-rp- 3-35-triliun
- https://www.idnfinancials.com/id/news/58245/toyota-indonesia-akan-bangun-pabrik- bioetanol-di-indonesia
- https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/indonesias-chandra-asri-talks-lenders- fund-us1-billion-deal-buy-singapores-esso-stations
- https://www.equipmentindonesia.com/pt-komatsu-indonesia-resmikan-new-assembly-plant- di-kawasan-industri-mm2010 cibitung/#:~:text=produksinya.,pemenuhan%20pasar%20domestik%20dan%20ekspor.&text=p ertumbuhan%20berkelanjutan.,%2C%20forestry%2C%20agro%20dan%20construction.
- https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/east-timor-asias-youngest-nation-becomes- aseans-11th-member-2025-10-26/
- https://finance.detik.com/berita-ekonomi-bisnis/d-8165209/investasi-capai-rp-1-434-t- ciptakan-hampir-2-juta-lapangan-kerja
- https://kemenkum.go.id/component/content/article/pemerintah-indonesia-usulkan-instrumen- hukum-internasional-tentang-pengelolaan-royalti-dan-publisher-right?Itemid=&catid=19
- https://jakartaglobe.id/news/indonesia-seeks-chinas-support-for-global-royalty-system- proposal#goog_rewarded
- https://en.antaranews.com/news/388645/indonesia-eyes-1-million-hectares-for-ethanol- blend-fuel-policy
- https://www.suarasurabaya.net/kelanakota/2025/kemenperin-jawa-timur-berpotensi-jadi- lokasi-pabrik-etanol/
- https://databoks.katadata.co.id/agroindustri/statistik/1c9269c2bdf3dc4/jawa-timur-provinsi- penghasil-tebu-terbesar-di-indonesia-pada- 2023#:~:text=Jawa%20Timur%2C%20Provinsi%20Penghasil%20Tebu%20Terbesar%20di%20In donesia%20pada%202023
- https://databoks.katadata.co.id/agroindustri/statistik/1c9269c2bdf3dc4/jawa-timur-provinsi- penghasil-tebu-terbesar-di-indonesia-pada- 2023#:~:text=Jawa%20Timur%2C%20Provinsi%20Penghasil%20Tebu%20Terbesar%20di%20In donesia%20pada%202023
- https://www.tempo.co/ekonomi/pemerintah-impor-gula-ini-5-provinsi-penghasil-gula- andalan-indonesia-202055
- https://coinvestasi.com/berita/bank-indonesia-rencana-terbitkan-stablecoin
- https://www.kompas.com/properti/read/2025/10/13/110000721/kawasan-industri-milik- prajogo-pangestu-di-patimban-didukung-penuh-dedi?page=1
- https://www.nikkei.com/article/DGXZQOGM2051T0Q5A021C2000000/ https://www.mec.co.jp/news/detail/2024/08/02_mec240802_two-sudirman-jakarta_andaz https://ashu-aseanstatistics.com/news/307317-32401612030 https://www.jbic.go.jp/ja/information/press/press-2025/press_00096.html https://www.nna.jp/news/2853362
- https://www.daisan-g.co.jp/file/news/000673.pdf
- https://www.merdeka.com/uang/jepang-gelontorkan-hibah-studi-kelayakan-buka-jalan- investasi-biogas-di-palu-senilai-ratusan-miliar-dolar-477336-mvk.html?page=4