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Hong Kong Investor Expresses Investment Commitment to Jokowi

By Maria SantosHong Kong
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During a meeting with President Joko Widodo or Jokowi at Conrad Hotel in Hong Kong, CK Hutchison Holdings Limited owner Li Ka-Shing expressed investment commitment in Indonesia.

“CK Hutchison Holdings Limited is one of the largest companies listed in the Hong Kong Stock Exchange,” Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi said in a press release on Monday, May 1, 2017.

CK Hutchison Holdings Limited is one of the largest container terminal operators in the world with a total investment of US$10 billion. Retno explained that the company views Indonesia as a country with a huge potential. Therefore, Li Ka-Shing expressed his commitment to increasing the company’s investment in Indonesia.

“A commitment to increasing investment in Indonesia has been made,” Retno added.

During the meeting, President Jokowi also elaborated a number Indonesian government plans to improve the economic growth.

“Indonesia’s economic reform was one of the topics raised by President Jokowi,” Retno said. “President Jokowi also explained Indonesia’s infrastructure development plans.”

In addition to Retno, attending the meeting were Trade Minister Enggartiasto Lukita, Cabinet Secretary Pramono Anung, and Investment Coordinating Board head Thomas Lembong.

Questions & Answers

Q.

Which company is making the investment commitment in Indonesia?

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CK Hutchison Holdings Limited, a company owned by Li Ka-Shing, has expressed its commitment to increasing investment. It is one of the largest companies listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

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What kind of business does CK Hutchison Holdings Limited primarily operate?

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The company is identified as one of the largest container terminal operators globally. They currently have a total investment of US$10 billion.

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Why is CK Hutchison Holdings Limited interested in increasing investment in Indonesia?

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Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi explained that the company views Indonesia as a country offering significant potential. This perspective led to Li Ka-Shing's commitment.

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What topics did President Jokowi discuss during the meeting with Li Ka-Shing?

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President Jokowi elaborated on various Indonesian government plans to boost economic growth, including economic reforms and infrastructure development initiatives, to attract investment.

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