In an effort to attract more investment and streamline business operations, BP Batam recently hosted a business gathering in Jakarta titled ‘BP Batam Menyapa Pelaku Usaha’, demonstrating the ease of obtaining business licenses and services in Batam.
The event was part of BP Batam’s initiative to improve understanding and access to business-related services and licensing in Batam, particularly aimed at Jakarta entrepreneurs with business interests in the region.
The ‘BP Batam Menyapa Pelaku Usaha’ gathering aimed to inform and engage over 50 Jakarta-based business owners about the streamlined processes and opportunities in Batam.
Prominent speakers included Imanul Hakim, Head of the Regional Office of the Directorate General of Taxes in Riau Islands; Solafudin of the Directorate of Customs Facilities in Batam; Harlas Buana, Director of Integrated One-Stop Services (PTSP) at BP Batam; and Surya Kurniawan Suhairi, Director of Goods and Investment Traffic Services.
Purnomo Andiantono, the Head of BP Batam’s Jakarta Representative Office, emphasized the event’s role in bridging Batam’s offerings with Jakarta investors, enhancing ease of business operations in Batam.
Discussions highlighted the infrastructural transformations in Batam, including the development of major roadways to enhance logistical connectivity from ports and airports, supporting smoother business operations.
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BP Batam plans to continue similar initiatives to foster a supportive business environment and encourage investment through a combination of infrastructural and regulatory enhancements.
The business gathering by BP Batam in Jakarta marks a significant step towards simplifying business practices in Batam, aiming to attract more investments and improve economic interactions between Batam and Jakarta. The streamlined licensing processes and the introduction of user-friendly services are expected to catalyze business activities and enhance Batam’s attractiveness as an investment destination.
BP Batam’s recent business gathering in Jakarta showcased the ease of doing business in Batam, focusing on simplified licensing and enhanced investor services. This initiative is part of a broader effort to attract Jakarta-based entrepreneurs to invest in Batam, leveraging its strategic location and improved regulatory environment to boost the local economy and foster regional growth.
