PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk or BNI affirmed its commitment as a global Indonesian bank that actively drives national economic growth through strengthening global connectivity, developing a digital ecosystem, strategic collaboration, and supporting sustainable financing.
This commitment was conveyed by BNI Treasury & International Banking Director Abu Santosa Sudradjat in the Business Talk discussion session "The Bankers" at the Jogja Financial Festival 2026 series held on May 22–24, 2026 at the Jogja Expo Center and GIK UGM, Yogyakarta.
On that occasion, Abu emphasized that the role of banks today is no longer just as intermediary institutions, but also as strategic partners that help national businesses connect with the global market.
"As one of Indonesia's banks with an international network, BNI acts as a bridge connecting national businesses with the global market. Beyond providing financing, BNI also supports international transactions, trade finance, business matching, and access to market information for Indonesian businesses," said Abu.
In line with this commitment, Abu continued, BNI also continues to strengthen support for MSMEs through the BNI Xpora program to increase business capacity, accelerate digitalization, and open up export opportunities and international business partnerships through BNI's global network.
BNI itself has built an open banking ecosystem by strengthening digital transaction and cash management solutions, as well as providing digital services such as wondr by BNI and BNIdirect to support the needs of retail and corporate customers.
"Going forward, BNI will continue to strengthen its role as a bridge between the national and global economic ecosystems through digital innovation, strengthening international networks, cross-sector collaboration, and supporting productive and sustainable sectors to encourage more inclusive and globally competitive Indonesian economic growth," Abu emphasized.