Bank Indonesia Emphasises Three Key Factors for Economic Resilience

Bank Indonesia’s Governor has outlined three key factors underpinning the national economy’s resilience: the credibility of policies, the ability to adapt to global dynamics, and the strengthening of international partnerships. According to a BI press release (16/4), these factors encompass, first, the consistency and synergy of monetary, fiscal policies, and financial system stability implemented credibly. Second, the capability to continuously adapt and adjust policy frameworks in line with changing global dynamics. Third, enhancing cooperation and international partnerships, including with the United States (US) and other countries. These elements formed the main messages delivered in a series of follow-up meetings with global investors, as well as meetings with the US-ASEAN Business Council and the International Monetary Fund as part of the 2026 IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C., US (15/4). The meeting between Bank Indonesia’s Governor and the Indonesian Minister of Finance with business actors from the US-ASEAN Business Council and the US Chamber of Commerce reflects the importance of direct interactions between policymakers and the private sector amid rising global uncertainties. On that occasion, Indonesia reaffirmed its resilient economic performance amid various crises, while strengthening the confidence of US business players operating in Southeast Asia. On the same day, Bank Indonesia’s Governor also held a meeting with the IMF’s First Deputy Managing Director, Dan Katz, discussing geopolitical developments and high global uncertainties. The discussion highlighted that global risks stem not only from oil prices but also from potential spillover effects through global supply chains. Therefore, policy calibration should not only focus on visible indicators but also on the ability to anticipate risks that are not yet fully identified. In line with these three key factors, Bank Indonesia continues to strengthen international policy synergies and communication with global investors to maintain external stability and support national economic growth amid increasing global uncertainties.