The third session of USAI’s Southeast Asia in Focus series featured three leaders and experts in the Indonesian energy sector. Tanri Abeng, the former chairman of Pertamina, Bij Agarwal, President and GM of ConocoPhillips Indonesia, and Dr. Kurtubi, Director of the Center for Petroleum and Energy Economics Studies and former member of Parliament, discussed a wide range of issues concerning the continued significance of oil and gas in the Indonesian economy, the financial and systemic barriers to green energy development, and the need for advancements in technology and education in Indonesia. In addition, the speakers answered questions from our audience regarding the impact of COVID-19 on Indonesia’s energy industry, as well as U.S.-Indonesia partnership for the future of green energy development.

Thank you to our speakers for their insightful contributions, and to our audience for tuning in.

Speakers:
Tanri Abeng, Former Chairman, Pertamina

Bij Agarwal, President and GM, ConocoPhillips Indonesia

Dr. Kurtubi, Director, Center for Petroleum and Energy Economics Studies; and Former Member of Parliament, Chairman, Nuclear Caucus

Moderated by:
Kim Yaeger, Senior Director, Maritime Southeast Asia, US-ASEAN Business Council

SOUTHEAST ASIA IN FOCUS PROGRAM

As Southeast Asia continues to grow in economic, strategic, and political importance, the US-Asia Institute is delighted to host the "SOUTHEAST ASIA IN FOCUS" webinar series. This series will examine the US relationship with Southeast Asian nations and key issues affecting the region. We will bring together experts, policymakers, public and private sector representatives, academics, and diplomats to address today's most pressing topics. We look forward to continuing this program well into 2021!