Indonesia First Export of Electric Vehicle Batteries from Weda Bay

CENTRAL HALMAHERA, GARISBUMI.com – Indonesia launched its first export of electric vehicle batteries from the Indonesia Weda Bay Industrial Park (IWIP) area, Central Halmahera, North Maluku, Thursday (8/10/2026). This momentum was accompanied by the launch of 11 downstream projects worth 10.2 billion US dollars or around IDR 180 trillion.

President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated the export while emphasizing the industry's responsibility in managing waste and maintaining water and air quality around operational areas.

The development of the battery industry is part of efforts to increase the added value of mining products and strengthen Indonesia's position in the electric vehicle supply chain.

"The downstreaming that we are carrying out today is part of nation building which requires a long journey. This first export of electric batteries is clear proof that the direction of the national downstreaming policy is on the right track," said Prabowo.

The President also appreciated the cooperation between the government, regional managers and global investors. He emphasized the importance of investment certainty, strategic partnerships and environmental sustainability in industrial development.

The Coordinating Minister for Energy Downstreaming and Transition and the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Bahlil Lahadalia, also accompanied the President on this agenda.