Pertamina SMEXPO 2025: Empowering Local MSMEs Through Innovation

Strengthening MSME Ecosystem

Pertamina has officially opened the SMEXPO 2025 national MSME exhibition, continuing its commitment to empowering local businesses. The event, running from November 25-30, 2025, at Mall Bintaro Jaya Xchange II, Tangerang Selatan, features 51 carefully selected MSMEs from across Indonesia, showcasing products across various categories including crafts, jewelry, food products, and fashion items rich in Indonesian cultural heritage.

Government and Corporate Collaboration

The event demonstrates strong collaboration between corporate entities and government institutions. Minister for MSME, Maman Abdurrahman, praised Pertamina's consistent efforts since 2020 in organizing SMEXPO as a significant MSME empowerment initiative. The minister highlighted that such corporate-government collaboration strengthens the national economic foundation and amplifies local products globally.

Comprehensive MSME Development Programs

Pertamina's commitment to MSME development is evident through various initiatives:

1. UMIMAX Program: A new TJSL (Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility) initiative focusing on ultra-micro enterprises through production assistance and business mentoring
2. Extensive MSME Guidance: Pertamina has mentored 66,182 MSMEs since 1993, with over 32,000 still active today
3. Digital Platform Integration: Products available both physically and through digital marketplace at
4. Educational Activities: Including talkshows and workshops with industry experts

Economic Impact and Future Prospects

The SMEXPO 2025 aligns with the Government's Asta Cita agenda under the Prabowo-Gibran administration, particularly in creating quality employment opportunities, promoting entrepreneurship, and developing creative industries. With 250 MSMEs involved across 8 events throughout 2025, Pertamina continues to play a crucial role in Indonesia's MSME ecosystem development.