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SBMA DELEGATION TO JAKARTA 2025: STRENGTHENING CONNECTIONS WITH INDONESIA’S GROWING BULLION MARKET

By ALBERT CHENG, CEO, SBMA

The launch of two new bullion banks in Indonesia on February 26, 2025, marked a transformative moment for the nation’s precious metals sector. Recognising the significant opportunities presented by this development and building upon the success of our initial visit in 2022, the Singapore Bullion Market Association (SBMA) organised a second delegation to Jakarta.
With the Indonesian bullion market poised for substantial growth, a delegation comprising representatives from 18 SBMA member companies embarked on a pivotal visit to Jakarta from April 23 to 25, 2025, eager to forge stronger ties and gain deeper insights into this dynamic landscape.
This focused engagement with key industry players, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies underscored SBMA’s commitment to fostering deeper collaboration and gaining firsthand insights into Indonesia’s rapidly expanding bullion market.
Indonesia’s significant gold resources, ranking 7th globally in 2023, offer a strong foundation for economic advancement. This, combined with a growing national interest in bullion, points to expanding opportunities in gold trading and storage.

Key Highlights from the SBMA Delegation Visit

April 23, 2025 – Engaging with SBMA Associate Members
The delegation’s visit commenced with a meeting at the JW Marriott Jakarta, where we connected with our valued Indonesian associate member, PT J Resources Asia Pasifik Tbk. Their invaluable market intelligence provided delegates with a richer understanding of the nuances within Indonesia’s bullion landscape.
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The SBMA team with PT J Resources Asia Pasifik Tbk.
Later that day, we welcomed representatives of PT Simba Jaya Utama to the hotel. We thank CEO Denny Handoko Bahar and Head of Finance and Administration, Roni Hanjaya Liwan, for travelling from Surabaya to meet us. Our discussions delved into the intricacies of Indonesia’s refinery landscape, addressing the operational realities faced by industry participants. SBMA, in turn, shared best practices and market knowledge to bolster their ongoing efforts.
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The SBMA team with PT Simba Jaya Utama CEO Denny Handoko Bahar and Head of Finance and Administration, Roni Hanjaya Liwan.
April 24, 2025 – Strategic engagements with government and bullion banks
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The SBMA team with Kemenko and OJK regulators.
A significant milestone of the trip was a high-level meeting with the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs (Kemenko), where we had the privilege of engaging with Dr Gunawan Pribadi, Assistant Deputy for State-Owned Enterprises Development in Financial Services and Business Sectors. This timely discussion followed Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s announcement on February 26, 2025, regarding the launch of two bullion banks, a transformative development for the country’s precious metals sector.
During this meeting, Kemenko outlined the substantial economic benefits anticipated from the burgeoning bullion banking ecosystem, poised to boost gold production, consumption, and investment. The dialogue provided our delegation with critical clarity on evolving regulations, potential tax adjustments, and the overarching strategic vision for developing Indonesia’s commodity sector. This meeting was joined by the Financial Services Authority (OJK), who further enriched the discussion by providing a concise overview of OJK Regulation 17 of 2024, clarifying the scope of bullion financial services and offering regulatory insights essential for businesses venturing into Indonesia’s bullion market.
Following this, the delegation visited the newly licensed bullion banks. Discussions with Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) and PT Pegadaian explored potential avenues for future knowledge exchange and collaboration with SBMA.
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The SBMA delegation visiting BSI.
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The SBMA delegation at PT Pegadaian.
The SBMA delegation also held discussions with PT Haradinata Abadi Tbk (HRTA), a key player in the midstream and downstream gold value chain. HRTA provided valuable insights into their corporate structure, role in the bullion banking ecosystem, and strategic objectives for 2025, further illuminating the trajectory of Indonesia’s gold industry.
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The SBMA delegation at PT Haradinata Abadi Tbk.
April 25, 2025 – Exploring refining excellence at ANTAM
The final day of the delegation’s trip to Jakarta included a visit to PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (ANTAM), Indonesia’s sole LBMA-accredited refinery. Discussions centred on gold refining standards, compliance, and ANTAM’s critical role in supporting Indonesia’s standing in the global bullion market. ANTAM also updated delegates on its expansion plans, including the the anticipated timeline for the completion of its new refinery site in Surabaya, East Java, and extended invitation to SBMA members to visit its new refinery when it is ready.
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The SBMA delegation at PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (ANTAM) office.

Looking Ahead: Strengthening Regional Ties

This Jakarta visit served as an invaluable platform for SBMA members to forge meaningful connections with key Indonesian industry stakeholders, both within and beyond our membership, paving the way for promising future collaborations. The Indonesia regulatory bodies and companies we engaged with clearly recognise the significant value offered by associations like SBMA, and are actively in the process of establishing their own industry association. Furthermore, many of these companies have expressed keen interest in joining SBMA as foreign associate members, signaling a strong desire for closer ties and knowledge exchange.
The visit also reaffirmed Indonesia’s potential to emerge as a major force in the global bullion arena. SBMA remains committed to supporting the development of regional partnerships and vital knowledge-sharing initiatives. In line with this commitment, SBMA CEO Albert Cheng has extended invitations to representatives from Kemenko and the OJK to speak at the Asia Pacific Precious Metals Conference (APPMC) 2025. We encourage all APPMC delegates to look out for their presentations, which promise to offer valuable insights into the evolving Indonesian bullion market.
We extend our deepest appreciation to all participating companies, our esteemed Indonesian members, and our gracious hosts for their support and warm hospitality throughout this enriching visit. We eagerly anticipate building upon the momentum generated and cultivating even stronger relationships across ASEAN’s growing bullion markets.
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