Indonesia is intensifying efforts to secure long-term energy sovereignty by inviting greater foreign investment into its hydrocarbon sector. With 128 hydrocarbon basins identified nationwide—only 20 of which have been developed—the government aims to unlock significant untapped potential through improved regulatory frameworks that make investment more transparent, efficient, and attractive. These reforms are designed to accelerate exploration, strengthen national output, and ensure a stable supply of strategic energy resources.
New regulations introduced by the government are intended to streamline licensing procedures, establish clearer risk-based oversight, and encourage partnerships that integrate foreign expertise with domestic capabilities. By widening access to frontier exploration areas and enhancing investor confidence, Indonesia expects to reinforce national energy resilience while supporting sustainable economic development across the archipelago.
