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【Reflection】
This programme served as a valuable opportunity to showcase the diversity of sustainable products and technologies originating from Indonesia, and to widely communicate the country’s efforts to achieve both environmental conservation and economic development. Beginning with remarks from the Vice Minister of Trade of Indonesia, companies from various sectors—such as food, fashion, and building materials—took the stage to share not only their products, but also the social and environmental values embedded in their development.

Particular attention was drawn to initiatives that transform agricultural by-products and plastic waste into valuable resources. One example is “Plantout”, a building material made from rice husks and recycled plastic, which received high praise for combining durability with environmental performance. Additionally, bio-based materials derived from mushroom mycelium—using fermentation techniques originally applied in tempeh production—were introduced as chemical-free, mouldable materials with promising applications in furniture, architecture, and fashion.
Moreover, the participating companies actively engaged in business matching with Japanese firms and organisations, exploring the potential for international collaboration focused on sustainability. Their strong interest in entering the Japanese market, along with their openness to mutual cultural and technological understanding, left a positive impression.

Through this programme, a new foundation for cooperation between Indonesia and Japan was established. Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai served as a platform for taking a meaningful step towards the co-creation of a more sustainable future society.


【Post EXPO Initiatives】
Following the programme, business discussions and information exchanges between participating Indonesian companies and Japanese firms have continued, with some cases already moving towards concrete business development as a result of their involvement in Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai.
In particular, building materials made from recycled plastic—featured in the programme—are now actually being used in the construction of the Indonesia Pavilion itself. The fact that these materials have been adopted not just for exhibition but in the actual structure of the pavilion has demonstrated the reliability and practical applicability of the technology. Their durability and design quality have been highly evaluated.

Based on feedback from visitors and growing interest from the Japanese market, participating companies are also refining their products and pursuing localisation strategies. Marketing efforts are being restructured with a focus on expanding distribution channels, while attention is being paid to key aspects such as environmental consciousness, integration with local economies, and aesthetic value. Plans are underway to strengthen messaging around the social value of these products.

Furthermore, networks established through the Expo are being leveraged as a foundation for future collaboration in research and technology transfer. Possibilities for partnerships with universities, research institutions, and start-ups in both Indonesia and Japan are being explored. These international collaborations are expected to contribute not only to the advancement of sustainable development but also to next-generation talent development and industrial innovation.

Many of the companies involved in this programme plan to participate again in the upcoming Trade Expo Indonesia, scheduled for October 2025. The event is positioned as a further opportunity to deepen connections with Japanese businesses and institutions. This ongoing collaboration, initiated at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, is emerging as a model case of international partnership aimed at building a sustainable society.