Forging a Shared Victory: Hipmi's 18th National Conference Successfully Unites All Cadres
The election of Ade Jona Prasetyo as the General Chairperson of BPP Hipmi for the 2026–2029 period during the XVIII Hipmi National Congress in Bandar Lampung marks the beginning of a new chapter for Indonesia’s largest young entrepreneurs’ organisation.
The victory, achieved by acclamation, is not merely a personal win for Ade Jona Prasetyo but serves as a symbol of unity for all Hipmi members following the conclusion of the contest. This spirit of unity was evident through the support provided by fellow chairperson candidates, including Anthony Leong, who declared his support early, and Reynaldu Bryan, who joined the support for Ade Jona prior to the official acclamation.
This support demonstrates that the interests of the organisation remain above personal or group interests. Ade Jona noted that Anthony is a long-time comrade-in-arms sharing the same organisational foundation. “Anthony Leong is a long-time companion in our struggle, and we reside under the same roof. Therefore, our vision is aligned to move forward in making Hipmi even better in the future,” Ade Jona stated on Saturday, 13 June 2026.
Furthermore, Ade Jona referred to Reynaldo as a brother, stating that he prioritises friendship and brotherhood for the sake of Hipmi. “We must move together from the regions. We must prioritise friendship and brotherhood,” he added.
The collaboration between Ade Jona, Anthony Leong, and Reynaldo Bryan is believed to be a significant force in ensuring Hipmi remains relevant in addressing national economic challenges. With the experience, networks, and ideas possessed by each figure, Hipmi is expected to become a strategic partner to the government in implementing various national priority programmes.
One focus area for Hipmi’s future contribution is supporting the government’s ongoing industrial downstreaming programme. Downstreaming is considered capable of creating added value, generating new employment opportunities, and fostering young entrepreneurs across various regions.
Additionally, the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme presents significant opportunities for MSMEs and young entrepreneurs to participate in the national supply chain, spanning sectors such as agriculture, livestock, fisheries, logistics, and distribution.
Through Ade Jona’s leadership, which embraces all elements of the organisation, alongside the support and contributions of Anthony Leong and Reynaldo Bryan, Hipmi is poised to become a driving force in the emergence of more national entrepreneurs capable of strengthening regional economies and enhancing Indonesia’s global competitiveness.