Indonesia’s Ministry of Transportation has invited the US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) and its member companies to increase investment and cooperation in the country’s transport sector. During a meeting with USABC representatives in Jakarta on October 29, 2026, Purwagandhi highlighted opportunities to support infrastructure modernisation, improve safety, enhance logistics efficiency and contribute to the government’s target of achieving 8 per cent economic growth by 2029. Priority areas include port modernization, airport development, expansion of road and railway networks, and integration of urban transport systems.
Also, US companies could contribute expertise in technology, operations, financing and human resource development. Discussions also covered transport safety across aviation, maritime, road and rail networks; the use of digital tools to improve logistics information exchange and operational decision-making; and cleaner transport modes through energy efficiency, public transport integration and emissions-reduction technologies. He encouraged participating companies to identify potential areas of cooperation, challenges and follow-up actions, with the aim of creating opportunities for Indonesian businesses and professionals while strengthening the country’s transport capabilities.