Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN)

The main activity of Kadin Indonesia (Kamar Dagang dan Industri Indonesia) is to serve as an umbrella organization for all economic actors in Indonesia, whether from the public, private or cooperative sector, and regardless of their size (large companies, SMEs, micro-enterprises). Kadin acts as the sole representative of the Indonesian business community to the government and stakeholders, with a mission to gather, train, represent and defend the interests of businesses in order to strengthen the national economy in an integrated and sustainable manner.

Kadin offers a range of services and products intended to facilitate the commercial activities of its members, notably:

• Issuance of official documents for international trade, such as the Certificate of Origin (COO), the ATA Carnet and the APEC Business Travel Card.
• Legal advisory, management, and export support services (WikiExport, Tech Hub, Business Service Desk).
• Programs for skills development, support for innovation, digitalization, sustainability (Net Zero Hub), health, the blue economy and vocational training reform.
• Business forums, events, newsletters, economic analyses and networking tools for its members.

Kadin's target market consists of all companies operating in Indonesia, from large corporations to SMEs and micro-enterprises, across all sectors, as well as individual entrepreneurs and cooperatives. Kadin also serves international actors wishing to collaborate with Indonesia's economic landscape.

KADIN Indonesia (Kamar Dagang dan Industri Indonesia) is the umbrella organization that brings together all economic actors in the country, whether from the public sector, cooperatives, or the private sector, regardless of their size. It acts as the sole representative of the Indonesian business community to the government and other stakeholders.

KADIN’s history began with its official establishment in 1987, based on Law No. 1 of 1987 on the Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Its main mission is to bring together, train, represent, and defend the interests of the business community in an integrated and sustainable manner, in order to strengthen the national economy.

The key stages of its development include:

• Establishment (1987): KADIN was instituted by law to structure and represent the Indonesian private sector.
• Development of services: KADIN offers essential services for businesses, such as the issuance of certificates of origin (COO), the ATA Carnet, and the APEC business travel card.
• Strategic programs: The organization launches major initiatives such as the Net Zero Hub (for sustainability), the Blue Economy, the Digital Economy, vocational training reform, and programs for SME inclusion.
• Partnerships and events: KADIN regularly organizes forums, trade shows, and national and international events to promote Indonesia’s economic interests and facilitate public-private partnerships.
• Regional network: KADIN is present in all provinces of Indonesia, ensuring strong local representation and support for regional businesses.
• Strategic adaptation: In response to global challenges (digitalization, sustainability, economic crises), KADIN adapts its priorities and services to support the transformation of Indonesia’s economic fabric.

Today, KADIN plays a central role in strengthening the Indonesian business ecosystem, promoting sustainable economic growth, and defending the interests of entrepreneurs at all levels.

The founder of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) is Suryopratomo. The main members of the current leadership team include Arsjad Rasjid, who serves as Chairman of KADIN Indonesia. Other key members of the management include Anindya Bakrie (Vice Chairman), as well as several commission chairs and sectoral leaders, reflecting the diversity of economic sectors represented within the organization.