Jakarta, Indonesia, October 20, 2025 – The Ministry of National Development Planning (PPN)/Bappenas officially launched the Business Matchmaking Program to accelerate the transition of the plastics sector towards a more sustainable model through the application of circular economy principles. This program is part of the Plastics Circular Investment Initiative (PCII) project supported by the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI).

The launch agenda opened with remarks by Nizhar Marizi, Director of Environment at the Ministry of National Development Planning/Bappenas. “In the RPJMN, the circular economy has become the second national priority, especially in relation to the green economy. So, it can be seen that our activities to encourage the potential of recycled plastics and bioplastics are in line with the government’s work program for the next 5 years,” said Nizhar Marizi.

“We hope that participants in this program will gain sufficient knowledge and skills to develop innovative projects that can address the challenges of the recycled plastic and bioplastic infrastructure sector, while also complying with Indonesian government regulations and policies in this sector. This is part of GGGI’s efforts to mobilize investment for the circular plastic ecosystem,” said Vidya Fauzianti, GGGI Indonesia Deputy Country Representative.

Justin Wiganda, Deputy Chairman of the Indonesian Plastic Recycling Association (ADUPI), emphasized in his speech, “We are committed to ensuring that Indonesia’s plastic ecosystem is able to compete in the global market. ADUPI believes that there will be many opportunities and doors of progress that will open through cross-party collaboration, which will ultimately strengthen the circular economy in Indonesia.”

In line with this, Inge Setyawati, Director of PT Intera Lestari Polimer, said, “We believe that through this Business Matchmaking Program, the acceleration of the national bioplastic industry towards a sustainable plastics industry and circular economy can be further realized.”

Photo group of participants at the Launching Business Matchmaking Programme for the Plastics Circular Investment Initiative (PCII) project. Photo: GGGI

The event continued with a discussion session moderated by Andi Manggala Putra from the Consultant Team, discussing the Direction of EPR( Extended Producer Responsibility) Policy in Indonesia and Industry Readiness and Investment Opportunities in the Context of Optimizing the Potential of Recycled Plastics and Bioplastics in Indonesia. There were two expert speakers, namely Eka Hilda from the Directorate of Waste Reduction and Circular Economy Development of the Ministry of Environment, who discussed the Socialization of Minister of Environment Regulation No. 75 of 2019 concerning Technical Guidelines for Reporting and EPR Plans going forward, and Muhammad Abdul Aziz Ramdhani from the Green Industry Center of the Ministry of Industry, who presented Green Industry Standards for Plastics and Bioplastics in Preparation for the Implementation of EPR and the Circular Economy. 

About the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI)  

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) supports its Member States in transitioning their economies toward a green growth model that simultaneously achieves poverty reduction, social inclusion, environmental sustainability, and economic growth. With 53 Member States and over 30 Partner countries and regional integration organizations in the process of accession, GGGI delivers programs and projects in over 57 countries. In Indonesia, GGGI implements the Green Growth Program under the auspices of the Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas). The Program aims to contribute to Indonesia’s efforts to fulfill the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).  

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