BANDUNG CITY

Bandung, the capital of West Java Province, is a charming metropolitan destination with mountainous natural charm and rich cultural heritage. Known as the Paris Van Java, the city blends the beauty of its natural landscape with the dynamism of modern development, offering promising investment potential while preserving its noble cultural traditions. Bandung is not only the center of government, but also a thriving hub of creativity and innovation, attracting local and international investors with its unique characteristics.

Located at an altitude of approximately 768 meters above sea level, Bandung is surrounded by mountains that form beautiful natural basins, creating a cool and comfortable climate throughout the year. The city has a long history as a center of education and culture, with dozens of renowned universities spread across the city, making it one of Indonesia's leading student cities. Creative industries such as fashion, design, and culinary have made Bandung a national center of creativity, as well as a growing hub for technological and digital innovation.

With a population of more than 2.57 million, Bandung has a large and dynamic market potential. As the third largest metropolitan city in Indonesia, Bandung is strategically positioned to connect Jakarta with the rest of West Java. The growing infrastructure, including toll roads and Bandung-Jakarta high-speed railway, further strengthens Bandung's role as a potential regional economic center. The city is also supported by skilled and highly educated human resources, with a Human Development Index (HDI) of 83.75, making it an ideal place for the development of various sectors.

Bandung's economic growth in recent years has shown a positive trend, with Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) reaching encouraging figures. Bandung's GRDP in quarter III 2024 was recorded at IDR 274,67 trillion, with leading sectors such as creative industry, trade, and information technology contributing significantly to its growth. In addition, the tourism and manufacturing sectors also show growing potential along with improvements in the quality of infrastructure and other supporting facilities.

Investment realization in Bandung City also experienced a significant increase. As of quarter III of 2024, the total investment that entered Bandung City reached IDR 8.57 trillion, which was dominated by the transportation, warehouse and telecommunications sectors, other services, chemical and pharmaceutical industries, hotels and restaurants, and housing, industrial estates and offices.

Bandung continues to transform into a promising investment destination, with various sectors growing rapidly. Through policies that support ease of doing business, infrastructure development, and improving the quality of life of the community, Bandung offers various opportunities for investors to grow and thrive amidst rapid progress.