The Lady Mayor of the City of London, Dame Susan Langley, visited Indonesia on 16–17 September to strengthen UK–Indonesia cooperation in financial and professional services, investment, insurance and sustainable economic growth.
The visit reflected Indonesia’s growing strategic importance as one of the world’s major and fast-growing economies, while reaffirming the UK’s commitment to building a long-term partnership that supports investment, infrastructure development and greater economic resilience.
Dame Susan Langley is the first holder of the centuries-old office of Lord Mayor of the City of London to be styled “Lady Mayor”. With extensive experience in insurance and financial services, she serves as a global ambassador for the UK’s financial and professional services sector.
London continues to maintain its position as one of the world’s leading international financial centres, with a highly developed ecosystem spanning banking, capital markets, insurance and professional services.
During her visit, the Lady Mayor met senior Indonesian government representatives, investors, insurance industry stakeholders and business leaders to discuss opportunities to deepen cooperation between the United Kingdom and Indonesia.
Her programme included meetings with the Financial Services Authority (OJK), the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA), the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN), insurance industry leaders and members of the British business community in Indonesia.
Discussions focused on mobilising long-term investment, supporting infrastructure financing, strengthening capital markets and promoting sustainable growth. Particular attention was also given to the role of insurance and risk management in supporting economic development, infrastructure delivery and greater resilience to climate-related risks.
A dedicated insurance roundtable brought together industry leaders to explore opportunities for cooperation between London and Indonesia in areas including disaster risk management, infrastructure insurance, disaster resilience, energy security and sustainable investment.
The visit took place amid growing international investor interest in Indonesia as the country seeks to unlock new sources of financing to support its long-term economic development and national infrastructure ambitions.
Dame Susan Langley described Indonesia as one of the world’s most dynamic economies and an important strategic partner for the UK.
She highlighted significant opportunities for London’s financial and professional services expertise to support Indonesia’s growth ambitions, including by connecting capital with investment opportunities, strengthening financial-sector resilience and supporting long-term sustainable development.
She also said the visit provided a valuable opportunity to engage with government leaders, investors and businesses on ways to deepen the UK–Indonesia partnership and create new opportunities for trade, investment and collaboration.
The City of London Corporation has said its wider ASEAN engagement is intended to deepen financial and professional services relationships, mobilise capital for infrastructure and sustainable growth, and support new commercial opportunities between the UK and the region.
British Ambassador to Indonesia Dominic Jermey said the UK and Indonesia have a strong and growing economic partnership, with bilateral trade exceeding £4 billion in the previous year.
As the UK–Indonesia Strategic Partnership continues to deepen, with economic growth at the heart of the relationship, he highlighted significant opportunities to strengthen cooperation in financial services and investment.
The Lady Mayor’s visit further underscored the shared commitment to strengthening commercial ties, unlocking investment opportunities and supporting long-term prosperity in both countries.
Source from RM.id
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