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    • SingCham is the premier business chamber for Singaporean interests in Indonesia. Founded in 2006, SingCham aims to promote the business interests of individuals or companies operating in Singapore and/or Indonesia. SingCham provides networking activities, events, and useful information for its members, and acts as the liaison between the Singaporean business community and the Singapore and Indonesian governments. With a focus on fostering better networking and feedback among members, SingCham is committed to providing valuable resources and insights to help members connect, learn, and grow their businesses in Indonesia. Join SingCham today and become part of a thriving business community that benefits from exclusive resources, networking opportunities, and business insights.

    13Dec, 2024
    Indonesia’s Retail Sector Outlook: Future Trends

    WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11 2024

    GOWORK MENARA RAJAWALI
    Menara Rajawali, Jl. DR. Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung, Kuningan, Kuningan Tim., Kecamatan Setiabudi, Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12950

    On December 11, 2024, Singapore Chamber of Commerce Indonesia hosted its last event for the year, an insightful fireside chat with keynote speaker Mr VP Sharma, Founder and CEO of MAP. The session was ably moderated by our own Council Member, Karthik Shetty from Chope Indonesia.

    The discussion threw light on the growing opportunities and challenges in Indonesia’s retail sector. Our speaker shared his deep perspectives on MAP group’s ambitious plans to expand in Southeast Asia.   

    Our heartfelt thanks to all the attendees for actively participating in the discussion and making our year-end event highly successful. 

    As we close 2024 on a high, the SCCI Council wishes all our members Seasons Greetings and a very happy New Year. See you again in 2025!

    Singcham SCCI SingaporeChamberofCommerceIndonesia Indonesia Singapore networking

    14Aug, 2024
    When to Wait, Watch, & Act – Exploring AI Technology

    WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14 2024

    ASHLEY HOTEL
    Jl. K.H. Wahid Hasyim No.220 A-B, Kampung Bali, Tanah Abang, Central Jakarta City, Jakarta 10250

    Exploring the strategic intersection of business and AI was the focus of our recent event, “When to Wait, Watch, & Act – Exploring AI Technology,” held on August 14th, 2024, at the Ashley Hotel Tanah Abang.

    In collaboration with Singapore Global Network (SGN) and Asia Startup Network (ASN), we gathered industry leaders and decision-makers to discuss how businesses can strategically adopt AI. The conversation centred on identifying the optimal time for AI integration, understanding its impact across industries, and making informed decisions on whether to adopt trending technologies and the need for AI within organisations.

    We extend our deepest gratitude to the experts who provided invaluable insights: Rachel Octavia Sutikno, Chief Marketing Officer of Mobiliari Group; Dwi Cahyo Nugroho, Director Customer Success Microsoft; and Sabam Hutajulu Ph.D, Member of the Board of Directors and Head of the Audit Committee Indonesia AirAsia. The event was expertly moderated by Asandra Salsabila, Founder of Dattora.

    The event culminated in a fruitful networking session over dinner, strengthening ties and fostering future collaborations.

    Thank you to all participants for their active engagement and for making this event a success! Stay tuned for more insightful discussions and opportunities to connect.

    SCCI #AI Singapore Indonesia

    15Nov, 2023
    EV Outlook for Indonesia: Future Reality or Myth?

    WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15 2023
    14.30-17.00

    ASCOTT SUDIRMAN
    Ciputra World 2, Jl. Prof. DR. Satrio No.KAV. 11,
    Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta, Indonesia

    On 15 November 2023, the ‘EV Outlook for Indonesia: Future Reality or Myth’ embarked on a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic realm of electric vehicles (EVs) in Indonesia. Our speakers led our audience on a journey of in-depth investigation into the present landscape of EV advancement in Indonesia, encompassing government policies, automotive industry insights, and consumer perspectives.

    A wonderful Q&A session lasting nearly an hour ignited the room, as our diverse audience, representing a wide spectrum of industries, posed questions, offered comments, and provided feedback, solidifying the fervent interest in this topic.

    The topic presentation was given by Nicolas Meyer, Managing Director & Partner Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The event focused on “Electric Vehicles in Indonesia’ and included a discussion panel with Nicolas and three other leading representatives from the automotive industry, Kukuh Kumara, Secretary General Gaikindo; Aditya Siregar, Media Director Cintamobil.com; and last but not least Joel CY Chang, Group CEO Charged Indonesia. The panel was moderated by our own Singapore Chamber of Commerce Indonesia council member Damien Lim.

    29Nov, 2018
    Go-Jek revs into Singapore market with launch of beta app

    Ride-hailing company Go-Jek launched the beta version of its app in Singapore on Thursday (Nov 29), kicking off the roll-out of its services across the island.

    During this beta phase, Go-Jek said access to the app will be granted in batches to balance ride demand and service capabilities.

    At the initial stage, the app will be made available only in limited areas in Singapore. It can be downloaded from iOS and Android app stores in Singapore from Thursday.

    Read more: Channel News Asia

    19Sep, 2018
    Online ads in Singapore offering Indonesian maids for sale

    Online ads in Singapore offering Indonesian maids for sale were Wednesday condemned as “unjust and demeaning”, in a rare flare-up of tensions between the neighbours over domestic helpers.

    Singapore is home to almost 250,000 maids, mostly from poor parts of Indonesia or the Philippines, who head to the wealthy city-state to earn higher salaries than they can back home.

    While Indonesia regularly protests about abuse and exploitation of helpers in Malaysia and parts of the Middle East, complaints about treatment of maids in tightly-regulated Singapore are less common.

    However reports that Indonesian helpers were being offered for sale in the city-state on online marketplace Carousell quickly drew condemnation from rights groups.

    The adverts under the user name “maid.recruitment” reportedly offered the services of several helpers from Indonesia, while some ads indicated maids had been “sold”.

    (read more: The Jakarta Post)

    6Sep, 2018
    Facebook to build first Asian data centre in Singapore, investing S$1.4 billion

    Social media giant Facebook on Thursday (Sep 6) announced it will pour in more than S$1.4 billion to construct its first data centre in Asia in Singapore.

    The new facility, located at Tanjong Kling (formerly known as Data Centre Park) in the west of Singapore, will span 170,000 sq m and will “support hundreds of jobs”, the company said in its press release, adding it will form part of its growing presence in Singapore and across the region.

    Mr Thomas Furlong, vice president for Infrastructure Data Centers at Facebook, told reporters at the launch event that the new project will create “thousands of construction jobs”, while the facility will require “hundreds of operators” ranging from network maintenance to logistics staff. He added that given it is a long-term project, the company is still working out its staffing needs

    (read more: Channel News Asia)

    30Aug, 2018
    Singapore and Malaysia to announce joint decisions on HSR and RTS soon

    SINGAPORE: Singapore and Malaysia will announce their joint decisions on the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) link and Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High-Speed Rail (HSR) projects soon, said Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Minister Khaw Boon Wan on Thursday (Aug 30).

    In a Facebook post recapping a meeting with Malaysia’s Economic Affairs Minister Mohamed Azmin Ali, Mr Khaw said the two were “brainstorming ideas on how to further our bilateral relationship”.

    (read more: Channel News Asia)

     

    23Aug, 2018
    Kevin Kwan, author of Crazy Rich Asians, defaulted on his NS obligations: Mindef

    Singapore-born writer Kevin Kwan, whose book inspired the movie Crazy Rich Asians, defaulted on his national service obligations, the Ministry of Defence said on Wednesday in response to queries from The Straits Times.

    “Mr Kevin Kwan failed to register for National Service (NS) in 1990, despite notices and letters sent to his overseas address. He also stayed overseas without a valid exit permit. Mr Kwan is therefore wanted for defaulting on his NS obligations,” Mindef said.

    It added: “In 1994, his application and subsequent appeal to renounce his Singapore citizenship without serving NS were rejected.”

    The film’s weekend takings of over US$35 million (S$47.9 million) in the US has far exceeded expectations for the romantic comedy. It was also No. 1 at the US box office over the weekend.

    The movie, which was filmed in large part in Singapore and featured nearly 300 crew members who are Singaporean or Singapore permanent residents, had also been hailed as a breakthrough for racial representation in Hollywood and as a good showcase for Singapore.

    The movie was supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and the Singapore Film Commission.

    (source: The Straits Times)

    20Aug, 2018
    The Singapore Embassy holds a Singapore National Day reception in Jakarta

    Singapore National Day is celebrated every August 9th. In Indonesia, the excitement of Singapore National Day took place a week later, precisely on August 14, 2018. Located at Shangri La Hotel, Jakarta, Ambassador H.E. Anil Kumar Nayar invited Indonesian Minister of Industry Airlangga Hartarto and the audience to toast while celebrating the warmth of Singapore and Indonesia’s diplomatic relations.

    Minister Airlangga expressed his appreciation for the trust that Singapore built during the diplomatic relationship. Airlangga also thanked Singaporean business people who had invested in Indonesia, especially for two major projects, namely the construction of ports in Kendal and Digital Park in Batam.