AEI and World Bank Discuss Strengthening Indonesian Capital Markets

Jakarta, March 6 2025 – The Association of Indonesian Issuers (AEI) held a meeting with representatives of the World Bank at the AEI office, Jakarta, to discuss various strategic issues in the development of the Indonesian capital market. This meeting highlighted strengthening regulations, increasing transparency, and education for issuers and investors as steps to encourage more sustainable economic growth.

In this meeting, AEI was represented by Diah and Lany Harijanti (AEI Education Committee), AEI Legal and Tax Clinic Team, as well as Gilman P. Nugraha, Executive Director of AEI. Meanwhile, the World Bank was present Ms. Sharon Kelly and Neni Lestari (Senior Financial Sector Specialist), Mr. Sebastien Boitreaud (Lead Financial Sector), as well as Mr. Raymond (Consultant).

The discussion focused on various challenges faced by issuers in Indonesia, including increasing capacity in regulation and corporate governance as well as educational initiatives for capital market players. One of the main topics discussed is issuance process and trading system, which includes the efficiency of securities issuance, trading mechanisms, as well as strategies for increasing the liquidity of the Indonesian capital market. In addition, AEI and the World Bank are also exploring opportunities for cooperation in supporting more inclusive and sustainable policies.

"This meeting is a strategic step in strengthening collaboration between AEI and the World Bank to create a more transparent and competitive capital market. "We hope that the results of this discussion can have a positive impact on issuers and investors in Indonesia," said Gilman P. Nugraha, Executive Director of AEI.

The World Bank emphasizes its commitment to supporting the development of Indonesia's financial sector through various initiatives and data-based policy recommendations. It is hoped that with this collaboration, the Indonesian capital market will continue to develop and be able to attract more investment, both from within and outside the country.