An opinion piece highlights Indonesia’s favorable position to outperform Vietnam’s near-8% GDP growth by leveraging its diversified economic foundations, including energy, critical minerals, agriculture, and sectors linked to biodiversity. Analysts suggest that while Vietnam’s growth achievement is notable, its heavy reliance on foreign firms for exports, dependence on imported inputs, and other structural nuances present opportunities for Indonesia to build more sustainable and balanced growth drivers across domestic sectors.

With targeted policy coherence and stronger integration of domestic industries, Indonesia could harness its large consumer market and abundant resources to accelerate economic resilience and regional competitiveness. Continued emphasis on productivity, infrastructure, and value-added sectors may support momentum toward higher growth trajectories, aligning with broader national development goals.

Source: https://www.thejakartapost.com/opinion/2026/01/12/indonesia-can-surpass-vietnams-8-growth.html