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Indonesia's Sovereign Fund Prioritizes Transparency Over Politics

2/10/2026

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Pandu Sjahrir, chief investment officer of Danantara, said Indonesia's new sovereign wealth fund aims to distinguish itself by prioritizing transparency and discipline at the South China Morning Post's China Conference: Southeast Asia 2026 in Jakarta.
Sjahrir said the fund operates for profit, not political motives.
He added that Danantara must balance national interests with international governance standards and reject unprofitable projects.

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Pandu Sjahrir, chief investment officer of Danantara, said Indonesia's new sovereign wealth fund aims to distinguish itself by prioritizing transparency and discipline at the South China Morning Post's China Conference: Southeast Asia 2026 in Jakarta.
Sjahrir said the fund operates for profit, not political motives.
He added that Danantara must balance national interests with international governance standards and reject unprofitable projects.