Growing uncertainty amid geopolitical and geoeconomic shifts, rapid technological advancements, environmental challenges, and evolving patterns of global cooperation has created an increasingly complex and competitive global landscape. The World Economic Forum (2026) highlights that the world is entering an “Age of Competition,” characterized by intensifying strategic rivalry among nations, increasing global fragmentation, and growing pressure on economic stability and international cooperation.
Amid these developments, global investment preferences are evolving, with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Global Investor Survey 2025 indicating that investors are increasingly prioritizing resilience, innovation, sustainability, and long-term value creation when making investment decisions. In response to these evolving priorities and broader global challenges, governments and cities are placing greater emphasis on strengthening economic resilience, encouraging innovation, and creating supportive investment ecosystems to maintain competitiveness and attract long-term investment.
For emerging economies, these developments present both challenges and opportunities. The International Monetary Fund (2026) highlights that heightened uncertainty and tighter financial conditions continue to pose risks to investment and growth. Meanwhile, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) (2025) emphasizes that policy certainty, regulatory predictability, and competitiveness are critical for attracting investment. As a result, cities that can provide a stable and innovation-driven investment environment are likely to be better positioned to attract long-term capital and strengthen their role within the global economy.
Despite these challenges and uncertainties, Jakarta continues to demonstrate strong economic and investment performance. As one of Indonesia's key economic centres, investment realization in Jakarta reached IDR 270.9 trillion in 2025, representing approximately 14% of the national total investment realization and a 12.02% increase from the previous year. This positive momentum continued into 2026, with total investment reaching IDR 78.7 trillion in the first quarter, representing 15.8% of national investment realization and ranking first among provinces nationwide. During the same period, Jakarta's economy also grew by 5.59% (yoy), reflecting the city's resilience and continued attractiveness as an investment destination.
In response to these global developments, the Jakarta Investment Festival (JIF) 2026 serves as a strategic platform that brings together investors, businesses, financial institutions, policymakers, academics, and other stakeholders to explore investment opportunities and strengthen collaboration. Responding to these emerging investment priorities, the theme of JIF 2026, “Advancing Today, Securing Tomorrow,” emphasizes the need to advance growth today while strengthening the foundations required to secure future prosperity. Organized by the Jakarta Provincial Government through the Jakarta Investment Centre (JIC), JIF 2026 aims to promote collaboration, strengthen an integrated investment ecosystem, and enhance Jakarta's competitiveness as a leading investment destination.
As part of its long-term vision to become a globally competitive city, Jakarta continues to pursue initiatives such as Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), sustainable urban development, and thematic investment districts. Supporting these efforts, JIF 2026 will showcase strategic investment opportunities across priority sectors that support Jakarta's future growth and competitiveness, alongside initiatives that enhance connectivity and urban transformation.
To support this vision, JIF 2026 adopts a one-stop investment destination concept built around three interconnected pillars. Future-Proof City showcases strategic urban development and infrastructure projects, while Minds to Market highlights innovation, research, technology, and talent as drivers of future growth. Meanwhile, Capital that Connects facilitates engagement between investors, financial institutions, and project owners to support financing and investment realization.
By bringing together ideas, capital, and partnerships, JIF 2026 seeks to strengthen Jakarta's investment ecosystem, promote quality investment, and support the city's continued transformation into a resilient, innovative, and globally competitive city. At a time when investors increasingly value resilience, innovation, and trusted partnerships, JIF 2026 provides a platform for stakeholders to explore strategic collaborations and contribute to Jakarta's long-term growth, competitiveness, and sustainability. The JIF 2026 series, which began in June 2026, is underway and continues to offer opportunities for engagement among investors, businesses, and development partners. Updates and further details will be available through the Jakarta Investment Centre's official website and communication channels, including Instagram @jic.jakarta and @jakartainvestmentfestival.