Australia and Indonesia today officially launched Katalis 2.0, a new program under the Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership (IA-CEPA) strengthening two-way trade and investment and helping unlock the economic potential between the two countries.
Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Hon. Matt Thistlethwaite MP, was joined by Vice Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri in Jakarta to launch the initiative, together with representatives from the Australian and Indonesian Governments and business leaders.
Katalis 2.0 is funded by the Australian Government and implemented in partnership with the Indonesian Government to support IA-CEPA’s implementation through practical collaboration between government, industry and other economic institutions.
Building on the achievements of the first phase of Katalis (2021–2025), the program will expand trade and investment opportunities, strengthen key institutions, and promote broader participation in economic growth, including for women and other under-represented groups.
“Indonesia is one of Australia’s closest economic partners. Together, we are creating more opportunities for businesses, strengthening economic resilience, and delivering shared prosperity for both countries”, said Assistant Minister Matt Thistlethwaite.
“Indonesia is committed to expanding trade and investment opportunities that strengthen the competitiveness of our industries and create greater opportunities for Indonesian businesses in international markets. Our partnership with Australia continues to support these national priorities”, said Vice Minister Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri.