Building bridges between Indonesia and Australia through trade, investment and innovation — a platform deepening bilateral economic ties across strategic sectors.
22 Oct 2026
To Be Confirmed
Business Formal
Keynotes, panels & business showcase
Festival Indonesia Melbourne
The Festival Indonesia Business Forum is a bilateral platform designed to deepen Australia–Indonesia economic ties, promote bilateral trade, and attract investment across strategic sectors. Held as part of the wider Festival Indonesia program, it brings together government representatives, industry leaders and entrepreneurs from both countries.
The 2026 edition’s focus theme is cybersecurity in an AI-based digital economy, held in collaboration with RMIT. In previous years the forum has explored sectors such as health innovation and cross-border investment, reflecting the festival’s broader theme for the year.
Industry & Government Speakers
Keynote addresses from Australian and Indonesian industry leaders and officials.
Sector Discussions
Panel discussions on this year’s focus theme — cybersecurity in the AI-based digital economy — with input from RMIT.
Showcase
Emerging Indonesian and Australian businesses present investment-ready ideas.
Investment & Trade Networking
Structured networking for delegates exploring investment and trade opportunities.
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Structured matchmaking connecting Indonesian and Australian businesses.
Saturday, 24 October 2026 · Federation Square
Indonesian culture, cuisine and performance for all ages.