BRI Officially Launches BRI UMKM EXPO(RT) 2025 and Microfinance Outlook to Empower Indonesia's MSMEs

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Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) has launched BRI UMKM EXPO(RT) 2025 and BRI Microfinance Outlook 2025 at ICE BSD City, Tangerang. The event, themed 'Broadening MSME's Global Outreach,' aims to expand Indonesian MSMEs' market reach and enhance local entrepreneurs' global competitiveness.

BRI targets business matching deals worth US$ 89.4 million throughout 2025, surpassing the US$ 81.3 million achieved in 2023. The bank is partnering with the Ministry of Trade to conduct bi-monthly business matching sessions in 2025.

The Microfinance Outlook forum, themed 'Empowering the People's Economy: A Pillar for Achieving Inclusive & Sustainable Growth,' features notable speakers including ADB Chief Economist Albert Francis Park, Nobel Laureate Paul Romer, and Women's World Banking Head Harsha Rodrigues.

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• Projected increase in business matching deals from $81.3M in 2023 to $89.4M in 2025
• Strategic partnership with Ministry of Trade for bi-monthly business matching sessions
• High-profile event participation indicating strong government support

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• None.

TANGERANG, Indonesia, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (IDX: BBRI) officially launched BRI UMKM EXPO(RT) 2025, held alongside BRI Microfinance Outlook 2025 at ICE BSD City, Tangerang. The event was attended by key government officials, including Chairman of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) Ahmad Muzani, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto, Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Muhaimin Iskandar, Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani Indrawati, Minister of MSMEs Maman Abdurrahman, Deputy Minister of State-Owned Enterprises Kartika Wirjoatmodjo, and Deputy Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti.

"Presenting BRI UMKM EXPO(RT) 2025 alongside BRI Microfinance Outlook (MFO). We hope that the combination of these two events can support President Prabowo Subianto's Asta Cita vision in creating inclusive, competitive, and sustainable economic growth," said BRI President Director Sunarso.

On the same occasion, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs RI Airlangga Hartarto appreciated BRI UMKM EXPO(RT) 2025, stating that the event is a proof of BRI's commitment to empowering MSMEs. "This initiative by BRI, involving 1,000 MSMEs, is in line with President Prabowo's Asta Cita vision to create high-quality job opportunities," he emphasized.

With theme "Broadening MSME's Global Outreach", BRI UMKM EXPO(RT) 2025 aims to expand the market reach of Indonesian MSMEs and enhance the global competitiveness of local entrepreneurs.

BRI remains optimistic about Indonesia's MSME business potential, aiming for business matching deals worth US$ 89.4 million throughout 2025, exceeding the US$ 81.3 million recorded in 2023.

Additionally, BRI is collaborating with the Ministry of Trade to introduce business matching sessions twice a month in 2025.

For more details about the event, visit briumkmexport.com.

BRI Microfinance Outlook 2025

Held alongside the expo, BRI Microfinance Outlook 2025 serves as a strategic forum discussing economic development, themed "Empowering the People's Economy: A Pillar for Achieving Inclusive & Sustainable Growth." focusing on community empowerment as the driving force behind a grassroots-based economy.

In her speech, Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati emphasized the crucial role of MSMEs in Indonesia's economic landscape, as well as BRI's active role as a state-owned enterprise (BUMN) in supporting this sector.

The forum features renowned international speakers, including ADB Chief Economist Albert Francis Park, Nobel Laureate Paul Romer, and Women's World Banking Head Harsha Rodrigues, discussing strategies for strengthening inclusive finance.

For more information about BANK BRI, visit www.bri.co.id.

   

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SOURCE PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia Tbk (BRI)

FAQ

What is the target value for BRI's business matching deals in 2025?

BRI aims to achieve business matching deals worth US$ 89.4 million throughout 2025.

How often will BRI conduct business matching sessions in 2025?

BRI will conduct business matching sessions twice a month in 2025 in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade.

What is the theme of BRI UMKM EXPO(RT) 2025?

The theme is 'Broadening MSME's Global Outreach,' focusing on expanding market reach and enhancing global competitiveness of Indonesian MSMEs.

Who are the key speakers at BRI Microfinance Outlook 2025?

Key speakers include ADB Chief Economist Albert Francis Park, Nobel Laureate Paul Romer, and Women's World Banking Head Harsha Rodrigues.

How much did BRI's business matching deals amount to in 2023?

BRI recorded business matching deals worth US$ 81.3 million in 2023.