GIZ Indonesia & ASEAN

Wie blickt man in Indonesien auf Deutschland?   Wie werden in Indonesien die Bemühungen Deutschlands um das geopolitisch wichtige Land in Südostasien wahrgenommen? Welchen Stellenwert hat Deutschland heute für Indonesien? Erkennt Indonesien in Deutschland einen Partner für die Verfolgung gemeinsamer Interessen  und Werte?   Diese und ähnliche Fragen wurden in einer Serie von rund 40 Gesprächen mit indonesischen Persönlichkeiten aus den Bereichen Wirtschaft, Politik, Wissenschaft, Medien, Zivilgesellschaft, Kunst & Kultur, Religion und Sport beantwortet.   Indonesien ist im Wandel im Takt mit der rasant veränderden Welt, und somit verändern sich ebenfalls Elemente der Partnerschaften. Wieviel vom Vertrauten und Bewährten bleibt dieser Zeit relevant?   Dies und mehr in unserer Studie „Deutschland in den Augen Indonesiens - Eine strategische Partnerschaft auf dem Prüfstand“   Ebenfalls erhältlich auf unserer Website: https://lnkd.in/gBitKJjP Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH  #GIZindonesia #Indonesien #Deutschland

🥳 Consumer Protection #Talks successfully held on 9 January 2024 in Jakarta, Indonesia! 💬 The ASEAN-German Project on #ConsumerProtection in ASEAN II (PROTECT II), in cooperation with Hukumonline.com, organised a discussion on "Evaluasi Seperempat Abad Perlindungan #Konsumen: Sejauh Mana Konsumen Mendapat Keadilan" which was attended by more than 290 participants in person and online. ⚖️ The discussion focused in reflecting on 25 years of implementation of Indonesia's Consumer Protection Law, which was enacted in 1999. The panellists, representing various sectors, including government, consumer associations, academics and the private sector, identified challenges in implementing the law, including the lack of an effective dispute resolution mechanism, especially in the digital age. With the revised Consumer Protection Law awaiting discussion in the House of Representatives, all panellists expected the law to address key issues such as a more effective consumer redress, protection of vulnerable consumers, unfair contract terms, etc. 🌐 Visit KonsumenCerdas microsite (https://konsumencerdas.id/) to keep up to date with consumer protection news in Indonesia! See also below the selected quotes from the speakers 👇 Photo: @Hukumonline.com PROTECT II is commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). #ASEAN #Germany #Consumer #Protection

Green Hydrogen Organisation - GH2 and GIZ Indonesia/ASEAN sign an MoU to advance Green Hydrogen in #RenewableEnergy Industry in Indonesia

🎉#TeamGermany starts the year synergising with Ministry Of Public Work 🎉 💼 On 7 January, German Ambassador to Indonesia, Ina Lepel accompanied by Country Director of GIZ Indonesia & ASEAN, Hans-Ludwig Bruns, and Country Director of KfW Indonesia, Burkhard Hinz met the Minister of Public Works, Dody Hanggodo and Deputy Minister Diana Kusumastuti. 🎯 With more than 50 years of cooperation between Germany and Indonesia, #TeamGermany reiterated its commitment to support Indonesia in achieving its strategic goals in the waste management sector, one of which is to reach zero landfill by 2030. 🛠️ During the extensive years of work in the waste management sector, GIZ Indonesia & ASEAN has provided technical support through various initiatives in Central Java, West Java, and East Nusa Tenggara. 🤝 In the same sentiment, Minister Dody Hanggodo appreciates Germany’s unwavering support in Indonesia’s public work sector and fully endorses the continuation and expansion of the partnership. 🔔 Stay connected for more updates on our work in elevating the waste management sector in Indonesia! 🔔 #GreenInfrastructure #WasteManagement

📢 Consumer Protection #Talks!   Law No. 8 Year 1999 (Consumer Protection Law) ⚖️ continues to be a pillar of #consumerprotection in #Indonesia. As its implementation reached a quarter of a century in 2024, the question arises whether the law is still relevant to face the changing consumer consumption patterns as well as current challenges in the digital age.   To find out, the ASEAN-German Project on #ConsumerProtection in ASEAN II (PROTECT II) in collaboration with Hukumonline.com will organise a discussion on "Evaluasi Seperempat Abad Perlindungan Konsumen: Sejauh Mana Konsumen Mendapat Keadilan" on Thursday, 9 January 2025 at Aryaduta Menteng Hotel Jakarta and online.   💬 The discussion will include a review of consumer protection implementation in Indonesia and exchange good practices regionally, as Indonesia is also a member of the ASEAN Committee on Consumer Protection (ACCP).   ✨ Hear from an exciting panel of speakers ✨ 1. Dr. Rusmin Amin, S.Si., M.T. - Director General Consumer Protection and Trade Order, Kementerian Perdagangan Republik Indonesia (*to be confirmed) 2. Dr. Henny Marlyna, S.H., M.H., M.L.I. - Academics at the Faculty of Law, University of Indonesia 3. Tulus Abadi - Chairman, Yayasan Lembaga Konsumen Indonesia* 4. Que Anh Pham - Director, AP Research Consult 5. Claudio Faldo - Head of E-Commerce, Asosiasi E-Commerce Indonesia (idEA)    Register now by scanning the QR code below! 👇   Sign language interpreters and Indonesian - English interpreters are available through Zoom.   PROTECT II is commissioned by German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).   #ASEAN #Germany #Consumer #Protection

🤝 Cambodia-Viet Nam Strengthen Ties in Agriculture & Food Processing   🌏 Fostering cross-border trade is vital for a competitive, inclusive, and globally integrated ASEAN Economic Community. ▶️ Since 2021, the ASEAN Access platform and its network partners have been supporting SMEs in accessing promising markets through up-to-date information and virtual business matchmaking. However, while digital tools offer greater efficiencies, in-person connections remain essential to building long-term partnerships and trust. 💼 From 22 to 25 December 2024, 50 SMEs from Cambodia and Viet Nam therefore joined an engaging cross-border exchange program on "Innovation, Technology, and Sustainable Packaging in Agriculture and Food Processing" in Ho Chi Minh City. 🟩 Highlights included interactive product showcases and expert insights. Participants also visited local markets and mango and cashew factories to learn about cutting-edge food processing technologies. 🟩 Thank you to support of the German Government (#BMZ) and all our partners for their invaluable support: UNIDO Cambodia, UNIDO, Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI), Ministry of Women's Affair of Cambodia, YEAC - Young Entrepreneurs Association of Cambodia Photo: MISTI GIZ Viet Nam GIZ Cambodia #ASEAN #SME #Trade #Agriculture #ASEANAccess

✨ GIZ, Proforest, Barry Callebaut, McDonald’s, Nestlé, and PepsiCo sign agreement to promote sustainable landscape in East Kutai ✨   Kutai Timur (East Kutai) is a commodity-dependent district, among the top palm oil producing regions in Indonesia, where there are still ample opportunities to preserve diverse and precious 🌴 natural ecosystems. More than 90% of the region’s 💰 economic contribution originates from ⛏️ coal mining and 🛢️ palm oil production. The latter's contribution increased from 3% (2010) to 10% (2019) and employed more than half of the district’s 👷♀️ 👷 active workforce in 2023.   Due to the supply of the district’s palm oil mills 🏭 to the refineries from the world's largest palm oil companies and because the majority of the two commodities are consumed outside of the country, the district is well integrated into the 🌏 global supply chain.   Efforts to transform East Kutai into a sustainable agriculture region is enhanced by the signing of a 📜 Cooperation Agreement between the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Proforest, Barry Callebaut Group, McDonald's, Nestlé and PepsiCo.   The joint signing, formalised in October 2024, further solidifies the public and private commitments 🤝 in strengthening outreach towards the Sustainable Landscape Initiative in Kutai Timur (SUSTAIN KUTIM).   ▶️ Read more about the cooperation agreement https://lnkd.in/gyc5HMrh

🌱 Peatlands play a crucial role in storing carbon and preserving biodiversity. ASEAN youth are leading the way in sustainable practices, protecting these vital ecosystems for a greener future. 🌏 With support from the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU) and the European Union through the Sustainable Use of Peatland and Haze Mitigation in ASEAN (SUPA) project; together with ASEAN Member States, this initiative tackles wildfire risks, curbs transboundary haze, and protects vital peatland biodiversity for a greener future. #ASEANYouth #Peatland #PeatlandChampion #ClimateAction #HazeFreeASEAN

This week, we commemorate the 20th anniversary of the tsunami in Aceh on 26 December 2004. In honor of the commemoration held at the Aceh International Forum 2024, organized by Ar-Raniry State Islamic University and Teuku Umar University on 23 December 2024, the German government’s support was recognized with an award from the Aceh Provincial Government. To support the people of Aceh and Nias, the German government allocated over EUR 170 million starting in 2005. German development cooperation was implemented in three phases: emergency relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction. Initial rapid measures were necessary to achieve significant impact in aid and rehabilitation, as well as to prepare for long-term reconstruction support. Germany supported Aceh's reconstruction and rehabilitation in the following seven areas: 🔹 Population Administration 🔹 Geological Disaster Management 🔹 Spatial Planning based on needs and environmental considerations 🔹 Housing and Infrastructure Development 🔹 Economic Recovery and Microfinance 🔹 Secondary and Vocational Education 🔹 Healthcare Services Germany also supported the establishment of the German-Indonesian Tsunami Early Warning System (GITEWS), which was fully handed over to BMKG in 2014. The TsunamiKIT was a result of a capacity development programme mainly supported by GIZ. All implementing agencies of German Development Cooperation worked closely together in the Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Programme for Aceh and Nias. Technical cooperation was carried out through Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ, formerly GTZ) and BGR (Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources), while financial cooperation was implemented through KfW Development Bank. GIZ also additionally implemented programmes on behalf of other clients, including the European Union during that time. Details can be found in the German Development Cooperation brochure, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Programme Aceh and Nias (2005 ‐ 2009). For more information, scan the QR code on the final slide! #20YearsTsunami #BuildingBackBetter #AcehTsunami

As we close out 2024, we reflect on the progress toward sustainable urban mobility across Indonesia! 🚍✨ This year, we've shaped transport policies, built capacity, and sparked vital conversations that will drive the future of sustainable public transport. Join us in celebrating these milestones and the partnerships that made them possible. Swipe through to learn more and stay inspired! 💡 They said when one door closes, another opens. 2024 may be the last year of SUTRI NAMA & INDOBUS, but we’re excited to continue this momentum and explore new mobility initiatives to enhance connectivity and sustainability in our cities. Stay tuned for what’s next! 🔜👀 #GreenInfrastructure #SustainableTransport #UrbanMobility #BRT Achmad Zacky Ambadar Agita Putri Dian Rifandi Gistya Gemma Burhanudin Maulana Ichsan Gituri Nameera Moerdaning Nabila Fachir Puput Pradani Aliya Rashati