Changing the Transportation Landscape: Indonesia-China Cooperation on High-Speed Rail Projects

Cooperation between Indonesia and China in the development of high-speed rail, particularly through the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail project, creates a strategic partnership in transportation infrastructure development. The project, initiated by a consortium led by China Railway Corporation (CRC) with PT Wijaya Karya and PT Kereta Api Indonesia, aims to provide an efficient transportation link between the capital cities of Jakarta and Bandung. With significant investments from China Development Bank (CDB) and China Exim Bank, the project is not only one of the largest infrastructure projects in Indonesia but also demonstrates strong financial backing from the Chinese side.