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Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023: Enhancing Economic Growth and Welfare in Indonesia



Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023: A Showcase of Regional Potential and Opportunities




Apkasi Otonomi Expo (AOE) 2023 is an annual event organized by the Association of Indonesian Regency Governments (Apkasi) to promote trade, tourism and investment in the regions. The event aims to facilitate the regional governments to showcase their commodities, products, services and attractions to potential buyers and investors from domestic and foreign markets. AOE 2023 will also feature various activities that are more transactional and beneficial for the participants, such as business matching, seminars, workshops, forums and expos.


In this article, we will provide you with some information about AOE 2023, such as the theme, the venue, the profile of the participants and visitors, the benefits of joining the event and the highlights of the previous events. We hope that this article will help you to understand more about AOE 2023 and encourage you to participate in this exciting event.




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The Theme of AOE 2023




The theme of AOE 2023 is "Increasing Global Market Network for a Stronger Region". This theme reflects the vision of Apkasi to empower the regions to become more competitive and resilient in the global market. By increasing their market network, the regions can expand their opportunities to attract more trade, tourism and investment that will boost their economic growth and development.


The Venue of AOE 2023




AOE 2023 will be held at Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) BSD in Tangerang on July 20-22, 2023. The venue was changed from Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) Jakarta to ICE BSD Tangerang to support the hosting of the ASEAN Summit in Jakarta. The director of Apkasi, Sarman Simanjorang, said that national affairs should be prioritized. He also added that ICE BSD Tangerang is a more spacious and modern venue that can accommodate more participants and visitors.


The Profile of the Participants and Visitors




AOE 2023 will involve various stakeholders from different sectors and levels. The profile of the participants and visitors are as follows:


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023: Trade, Tourism and Investment


* How to join Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 as an exhibitor or visitor


* Benefits of participating in Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 for regional development


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 venue and schedule details


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 supported by various ministries and state-owned enterprises


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 features Putri Otonomi Indonesia (POI) 2023 contest


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 showcases regional commodities and potential investors


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 collaborates with Kadin Indonesia and IBA Batam


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 moves from JCC Jakarta to ICE BSD Tangerang


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 aligns with ASEAN Chairmanship 2023 agenda


* Success stories and testimonials from Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2022 participants


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 registration and ticket information


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 media partners and sponsors


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 technical meeting and preparation tips


* Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 opening ceremony and VIP guests


* What to expect from Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 exhibition booths and displays


* Highlights and updates from Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 events and activities


* How to network and connect with buyers and investors at Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023


* Best practices and recommendations for regional promotion at Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023


* How to follow up and close deals after Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023


* How to leverage social media and digital marketing for Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023


* How to measure and evaluate the impact of Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 on regional economy


* How to get involved and support Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 as a volunteer or partner


* How to access and download Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 official app and brochure


* How to contact and reach out to Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2023 organizers and staff


Participants


Visitors


Regional governments (regencies, provinces and cities)


Potential buyers and investors from domestic and foreign markets


Ministries


Officials from related ministries


State-owned enterprises (SOEs)


Officials from SOEs


Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs)


Business actors from various industries and sectors


National and multinational private companies


International donor agencies


Members of business associations


Exporters


Trade attachés from friendly countries


General public


The Benefits of Joining AOE 2023




By joining AOE 2023, the participants and visitors can enjoy various benefits, such as:



  • Exposing their commodities, products, services and attractions to a wider audience.



  • Establishing new contacts and networks with potential buyers and investors.



  • Negotiating and closing deals with interested parties.



  • Gaining insights and knowledge from experts and practitioners in various fields.



  • Learning best practices and innovations from other regions.



  • Enhancing their reputation and credibility in the market.



  • Contributing to the regional development and national progress.




The Highlights of the Previous Events




AOE has been held since 2018 with different themes and locations. The highlights of the previous events are as follows:


AOE 2018: Increasing Regional Competitiveness in Seizing Global Market




AOE 2018 was held on July 6-8, 2018 at Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) BSD Tangerang. The event was officially opened by President Joko Widodo and attended by more than 10,000 visitors. The participants included 140 regencies, 14 ministries, 17 private companies and 13 MSMEs. AOE 2018 featured various activities such as business matching, seminars, workshops, forums and expos. Some of the highlights were:


  • The launching of the Statistical Indonesia (SI) 2018 publication by the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS). The publication provides comprehensive data and information on various aspects of Indonesia's development.



  • The awarding of the Best Communicative Booth to BPS. The booth showcased various statistical products and services that support evidence-based policy making and development planning.



  • The signing of several memoranda of understanding (MoU) between regional governments and potential investors in various sectors such as port infrastructure, energy, tourism and agriculture.



AOE 2019: Business Partnership for Sustainable Local Economic Development




AOE 2019 was held on July 3-5, 2019 at Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) Jakarta. The event was opened by the Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal and Security Affairs Wiranto and closed by the newly elected Chairman of Apkasi Abdullah Azwar Anas (Regent of Banyuwangi). The participants included 122 regencies, four ministries, four SOEs and several private companies and MSMEs. AOE 2019 focused on promoting trade and investment in strategic sectors such as agriculture, tourism, energy, mining, fishery, marine and infrastructure. Some of the highlights were:


  • The launching of POTENSIANA (Indonesian Natural Potential), a digital platform that provides information on regional potential and a trading house for superior commodities based on blockchain and artificial intelligence. The platform aims to facilitate the access and transaction of regional products in the domestic and global market.



  • The executive dialogue on the role and expectations of regional governments towards the G20 Summit. The dialogue discussed the opportunities and challenges for regional development in the context of global cooperation and competition.



  • The talk show on enhancing MSME empowerment. The talk show shared best practices and innovations from various regions in supporting MSMEs to improve their productivity, quality and competitiveness.



AOE 2020: Canceled due to Covid-19 Pandemic




AOE 2020 was initially planned to be held on December 2020 at JCC Jakarta. However, due to the Covid-19 pandemic situation, the event was canceled by Apkasi as a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the virus. Apkasi expressed its apology to all parties involved in the preparation of the event and hoped for their understanding. Apkasi also announced that AOE 2020 would be rescheduled to July 5-7, 2021 at the same venue.


AOE 2021: Increasing Global Market Network for a Stronger Region




AOE 2021 was held on October 20-22, 2021 at JCC Jakarta. The event was opened by President Joko Widodo at Bogor Presidential Palace via video conference . The participants included 122 regencies, four ministries, four SOEs and several private companies and MSMEs. AOE 2021 aimed to empower the regions to become more competitive and resilient in the global market by increasing their market network. Some of the highlights were:


  • The presentation of awards to regional governments that have achieved outstanding performance in various fields such as innovation, public service, tourism, investment and export .



  • The exhibition of various commodities, products, services and attractions from different regions that showcase their potential and uniqueness .



  • The forum business that facilitated the meeting and negotiation between regional governments and potential buyers and investors from domestic and foreign markets .



The Conclusion




Apkasi Otonomi Expo is an annual event that promotes trade, tourism and investment in the regions. The event aims to facilitate the regional governments to showcase their commodities, products, services and attractions to potential buyers and investors from domestic and foreign markets. AOE also features various activities that are more transactional and beneficial for the participants, such as business matching, seminars, workshops, forums and expos.


AOE 2023 will be held on July 20-22, 2023 at ICE BSD Tangerang with the theme of "Increasing Global Market Network for a Stronger Region". This theme reflects the vision of Apkasi to empower the regions to become more competitive and resilient in the global market. By increasing their market network, the regions can expand their opportunities to attract more trade, tourism and investment that will boost their economic growth and development.


By joining AOE 2023, the participants and visitors can enjoy various benefits, such as exposing their commodities, products, services and attractions to a wider audience, establishing new contacts and networks with potential buyers and investors, negotiating and closing deals with interested parties, gaining insights and knowledge from experts and practitioners in various fields, learning best practices and innovations from other regions, enhancing their reputation and credibility in the market and contributing to the regional development and national progress.


AOE has been held since 2018 with different themes and locations. The highlights of the previous events include the launching of the Statistical Indonesia (SI) 2018 publication by BPS, the awarding of the Best Communicative Booth to BPS, the signing of several MoUs between regional governments and potential investors in various sectors, the launching of POTENSIANA (Indonesian Natural Potential), a digital platform that provides information on regional potential and a trading house for superior commodities based on blockchain and artificial intelligence, the executive dialogue on the role and expectations of regional governments towards the G20 Summit, the talk show on enhancing MSME empowerment, the presentation of awards to regional governments that have achieved outstanding performance in various fields, the exhibition of various commodities, products, services and attractions from different regions that showcase their potential and uniqueness and the forum business that facilitated the meeting and negotiation between regional governments and potential buyers and investors from domestic and foreign markets.


FAQs




What is Apkasi?




Apkasi is an abbreviation of Asosiasi Pemerintah Kabupaten Seluruh Indonesia or Association of Indonesian Regency Governments. It is a non-governmental organization that represents the interests of 416 regencies in Indonesia. It was established in 1999 with the aim to strengthen regional autonomy and democracy.


What is AOE?




AOE is an abbreviation of Apkasi Otonomi Expo or Apkasi Autonomy Expo. It is an annual event organized by Apkasi to promote trade, tourism and investment in the regions. It aims to facilitate the regional governments to showcase their commodities, products, services and attractions to potential buyers and investors from domestic and foreign markets.


When and where will AOE 2023 be held?




AOE 2023 will be held on July 20-22, 2023 at Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) BSD Tangerang. The venue was changed from Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) Jakarta to ICE BSD Tangerang to support the hosting of the ASEAN Summit in Jakarta.


What is the theme of AOE 2023?




The theme of AOE 2023 is "Increasing Global Market Network for a Stronger Region". This theme reflects the vision of Apkasi to empower the regions to become more competitive and resilient in the global market. By increasing their market network, the regions can expand their opportunities to attract more trade, tourism and investment that will boost their economic growth and development.


How can I join AOE 2023?




If you are interested in joining AOE 2023 as a participant or a visitor, you can visit the official website of Apkasi at www.apkasi.or.id or contact them via email at apkasi@apkasi.or.id or phone at +62-21-5790-2515. You can also follow their social media accounts on Facebook (Apkasi), Twitter (@apkasi_id) or Instagram (@apkasi.id) for updates and information. 44f88ac181


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