After Two Years, the Banten ETKI Special Economic Zone Attracts Rp 1.19 Trillion in Investment

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – Following its establishment through Government Regulation Number 38 of 2024, the Banten International Education, Technology, and Health Special Economic Zone (ETKI SEZ), also known as “D-Hub SEZ”, has begun to demonstrate its potential as a new driver of national economic growth.

In the past two years of effective operation, the zone has secured investment commitments of Rp 1.19 trillion.

It is estimated that around 2 million Indonesians still choose to seek medical treatment abroad each year, with an estimated turnover of Rp 180 trillion flowing to neighboring countries such as Malaysia and Singapore.

The Head of the Development and Management Agency (BUPP) of the Banten ETKI SEZ, Lindawaty, explained that the zone is designed as an integrated ecosystem targeting four main sectors: Health, Education, Technology, and the Creative Industry.

As of early 2026, this 60-hectare zone has employed 830 skilled workers.

“Although it was only established by the government about two years ago, investment acceleration has reached Rp 1.19 trillion. Our long-term target is to attract a total investment of up to Rp 18.8 trillion over the next 20 years,” said Lindawaty on Wednesday (February 25, 2026).

In addition, Binus ASO Engineering is completing the construction of a campus on one hectare of land, which is targeted to be fully operational by September 2026.

The health sector is also making significant progress. Lindawaty said that the Biomedical Campus and Medical Suites are currently in the final stages of completion (fitting out).

“Currently, there are more than 10 pioneering health companies operating in the zone. We are also in the final stages of bringing an international-scale hospital into the zone,” she added.

As the 23rd SEZ out of 25 in Indonesia, the Banten ETKI offers a very competitive package of incentives for global businesses.

One of its main attractions is a Tax Holiday in the form of exemption from Corporate Income Tax (PPh) for up to 20 years for certain investment values, as well as exemption from Value Added Tax (PPN) for capital goods.

In addition to fiscal incentives, Lindawaty highlighted several non-fiscal facilities that are key factors for foreign investors.