On Friday, September 6, 2024, Jakarta Investment Festival (JIF) Summit 2024 conducted a thematic discussion titled "Reshaping Healthcare: Investing in Global City Development," explored the strategic opportunities and challenges associated with positioning Jakarta as a prominent destination for medical tourism, aligning with the city's aspirations to achieve global city status. Moderated by Ainsley Mann, President Director of PT Swire Investments Indonesia, the discussion featured key representatives from various sectors. dr. Dwi Oktavia, Deputy head of Department of Health of Jakarta Provincial Government, unveiled the city's ambitious healthcare transformation plan, focusing on patient-centric care and digital innovation. Meanwhile, dr. Harmeni Wijaya, Chief Commercial Officer, PT Pertamina Bina Medika IHC highlighted their commitment to elevating healthcare standards across Indonesia, emphasizing accessibility and technological advancements. Additionally, Mr. Bobby Mandala Putra, Director of Finance from PT Hotel Internasional Sanur Indonesia showcased the success of Bali's Sanur Special Economic Zone as a model for integrated medical and wellness tourism.  In closing, Mr. Ainsley Mann brought the discussion full circle, highlighting that while medical tourism is a compelling prospect, it's imperative to explore broader initiatives and incentives to encourage rapid expansion and progress in healthcare, particularly within urban centers like Jakarta.

Jakarta Investment Festival 2024 held a thematic discussion titled "Investing in Jakarta's Urban Redevelopment" on Friday, September 6th, 2024. The event explored the complexities and opportunities surrounding Jakarta's transformation into a global city following the relocation of Indonesia's capital. It emphasized the importance of strategic investments and innovative approaches to address the city's unique challenges and leverage its potential for growth. The event brought together experts like Mr. Louis Triveno, Senior Urban Development Specialist of World Bank, who highlighted the need for urban transformation through innovative infrastructure investment and private sector collaboration. He emphasized addressing challenges like traffic and housing while leveraging existing strengths. Meanwhile, Mr. Mike Broomell, Managing Director of Colliers Indonesia, discussed repurposing government buildings into residential areas and advocated for policy changes to boost property development and attract foreign investment.  Mrs. Tona Hutauruk from the Jakarta Investment Centre highlighted the government's proactive efforts to attract investors through the Jakarta Investment Catalyst Initiatives and the "Jakarta Digital Twin" platform. Moreover, Mr. Sulistyo, Head of Professional Services at Esri Indonesia, emphasized the role of geospatial technology in data-driven urban planning,  while Mr. Benni Aguscanda, Head of Department for Investment & Integrated One Stop Services Jakarta Provincial Government, added that  "In developing this investment potential, we should not only look at it from the perspective of individual parcel, but also consider the potential by district or area." In closing, Mr. Andy Simarmata, President of Indonesian Association of Urban & Regional Planner (IAP), emphasized Jakarta's potential to become a more inclusive and sustainable economic and cultural hub on the global stage. Despite the challenges posed by the capital's relocation, the city's robust infrastructure, thriving business sector, and growing investment appeal position it for a promising future. The insights shared during the discussion will highly contribute to shaping Jakarta's urban redevelopment journey.

As part of the Jakarta Investment Festival (JIF) 2024, a thematic discussion titled "Transforming Jakarta into a MICE Tourism Hub" was held on Friday, September 6th, 2024. The session aimed to explore strategies and opportunities for establishing Jakarta as a prominent destination for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism. The discussion featured insights from influential figures across various sectors. Mrs. Dewitri Anggraini from the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy highlighted the government's proactive role in supporting MICE tourism through infrastructure development, fiscal incentives, and promotional efforts. On the other hand, Mrs. Nunung Rusmiati, the Chairperson of the Association of Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies (ASITA), emphasized Jakarta's strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and the quality of event management in the city. Mr. Hosea Andreas Runkat, the deputy of the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC), highlighted some of Jakarta's current advantages, such as its advantageous location and top-notch facilities like the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) and the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC). Mr. Sutrisno Iwantono, Chairman BPD PHRI Jakarta, emphasized the industry's critical role in MICE tourism by providing essential services and facilities. Additionally, Mr. Aji Munarwiyanto, Director of ITDC Nusantara Properti stressed the significance of sustainable tourism practices and their integration into MICE events. Mr. Hisyaamuddin, the moderator, concluded by summarizing that because of its infrastructure and accessibility from many international locations, Jakarta has enormous potential to become a premier MICE hub in the Asia Pacific.