“In APINDO, we believe it is the moral obligation of the business sector to oversee and ensure policies that can drive economic transformation.

“In the end, investing in women is not only smart but is also a strategic solution to restore the economy.”

The world will never reach sustainable development growth without the involvement of business. We have the power to make positive contributions that will determine the future of generations to come.”

“It's a no-brainer that people should look into investing in Indonesia. Not only is it a country full of natural resources – we are also providing investors with great support in their business endeavors.”

“Our economy will grow exponentially, if only we could help MSMEs increase their capacities and enter the global supply and value chains.

A walk through Shinta's life

Shinta Widjaja Kamdani gained worldwide recognition for her many roles within the business community, but her contributions stretched far beyond that. She was known for her passion and outstanding work in sustainability and women empowerment issues, which stem from her long-standing belief that her life should always be impactful for the benefit of others.

Born in Jakarta in 1967, Shinta is the eldest of 2 children born to Indonesian businessman Johnny Widjaja and tennis player Martina Widjaja. Shinta herself is blessed with 4 children from her marriage with Irwan Kamdani. She studied at Barnard College of Columbia University New York in 1989 and Harvard Business School Executive Education, Boston, Massachusetts, USA in 2002.

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Recent publication and coverage

The Indonesian Employers Association (Apindo) has appointed a new leader for the period of 2023 to 2028, namely Shinta Widjaja Kamdani. She has become the first woman to lead Apindo since its establishment in 1952. She currently serves as the CEO of Sintesa Group, which has been established since 1919.

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Profile of Shinta Kamdani, the First Woman to Lead Apindo
Breaking News, Shinta Kamdani Becomes the First Female Chairman of Apindo

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OPINION: INDONESIA'S B20 PRESIDENCY STRENGTHENS ASEAN'S STRATEGIC ROLE

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Shinta’s vision for Indonesia

Sustainability

Seizing COP 28 Investment Opportunities

Apr, Tue 02, 2024

The global climate change conference, Conference of the Parties (COP28), has concluded. The gathering to discuss steps to address climate change issues is part of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, involving thousands of delegates from various countries. Key focuses include accelerating the transition to renewable energy, reducing emissions, and transforming climate financing.

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Women Empowerment

Women entrepreneurs: The changemakers of a better world

Nov, Fri 11, 2022

Helping women start their own businesses is one way to scale up the impact they can have on sustainable development, but they still face a series of challenges such as a lack of access to capital and meaningful mentoring.

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MSMEs

Shinta Kamdani revealed that only 30 percent of MSMEs have entered e-commerce, what are the obstacles?

Nov, Fri 11, 2022

Chair of B20 Indonesia Shinta Kamdani discusses the business vision and mission in Indonesia's Presidency at the G20 during the B20-G20 Dialogue forum: Trade & Investment Task Force held in Labuan Bajo, NTT, Friday (23/9).

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Future of Work

Opinion: Collaboration between Business and Labor

Jun, Mon 19, 2023

Indonesia needs to start a new chapter in creating harmonious industrial relations based on collaboration and trust. Business actors as capital owners and investors must inevitably join hands with worker representatives to monitor the multilateral consensus agreed upon by the G20 at the national level.

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The world through her eyes