Chinese companies are riding the wave of Southeast Asia's economic rise, with Indonesia emerging as a hotspot for cross-border collaboration. Standard Chartered Indonesia CEO Donny Donosepoetro revealed to CGTN how the bank is becoming a key financial bridge between the Chinese mainland and ASEAN's largest economy.
Green Energy & Digital Economy Lead the Charge 

Donosepoetro highlighted Indonesia's push for sustainable development, noting: "From nickel processing for EV batteries to solar farm projects, Chinese tech and investment are reshaping industries." The digital sector isn't far behind, with e-commerce and fintech partnerships multiplying faster than TikTok trends .
Why This Matters for Young Professionals 
With ASEAN-China trade hitting $722 billion in 2022 (yes, that's trillion with a 't'!), this partnership affects everything from your smartphone's components to tomorrow's renewable energy solutions. For globetrotting entrepreneurs, it's a golden ticket to understand these supply chain shifts .
Donosepoetro's final take? "This isn't just about money – it's about creating ecosystems." Mic drop moment for cross-border innovation .
Reference(s):
cgtn.com