Indonesia-China Bridge Forum 2026: $20 Million Construction Investment and New Housing Projects in Bali
Indonesia-China Bridge Forum 2026: $20 Million Construction Investment and New Housing Projects in Bali
BALI, Indonesia – Indonesia and China are strengthening their business and investment cooperation in the construction, real estate and property development sectors following the inaugural Indonesia-China Bridge Forum 2026, held on October 29 at Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa. The international gathering brought together more than 1,000 participants, including government representatives, investors, developers, construction companies and business professionals from Indonesia, China, Singapore and Hong Kong.
Organised by BIG BALI GROUP, with China Construction Group as General Partner, the forum focused on government collaboration, investment opportunities, property development and emerging construction technologies. The event was held with the support of the Senate of the Republic of Indonesia (DPD RI) and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN Indonesia).
One of the major announcements was the signing of contracts involving KADIN Indonesia, China Construction Group and BIG BALI GROUP for the construction of the first 1,000 urban houses for low-income families. The initiative forms part of President Prabowo Subianto's national housing programme targeting the construction of two million homes for low-income communities.
Urban Farming Houses: Combining Affordable Housing and Sustainable Living
The housing initiative adopts the Urban Farming Houses concept, which integrates social housing with urban agriculture. The approach is designed to enable families to cultivate their own fruit and vegetables within residential garden spaces, combining affordable housing with opportunities for household food production.
The concept was presented by Devi Erna Rachmawati, S.E., M.B.A., Ph.D., Chairwoman of the Indonesian-Eurasian International Council (IEIC) and Vice Chairman of the Agriculture Sector at KADIN Indonesia. Her presentation, titled "Concept of Urban Farming Houses: Social Housing for Low-Income Families in Indonesia," highlighted the potential of combining international investment, construction technology and Indonesian business participation to support national development priorities.
China Construction Group Invests More Than US$20 Million in Bali Manufacturing
Another significant development presented at the forum was the establishment of Indonesia's first precast concrete panel factory, using concrete and ceramic-based production, by China Construction Group, BIG BALI GROUP and Fang Zheng Jing Dao.
The project represents an investment exceeding US$20 million and is intended to strengthen local construction manufacturing capabilities while supporting the growing requirements of Indonesia's property and infrastructure sectors.
The manufacturing ecosystem brings together several specialist companies, including Fang Zheng Jing Dao, Cosmo Home, LEGENDS 3D and OMNI, providing construction-related products, technology and project delivery services.
3D Concrete Printing Introduces New Possibilities for Construction
Construction technology was another major focus of the forum, with LEGENDS 3D presenting its industrial 3D Concrete Printing (3DCP) capabilities.
The technology combines robotics and artificial intelligence to produce architectural and structural elements through a layer-by-layer printing process. Materials include concrete, organic clay and recycled plastic, with an emphasis on reducing construction waste and improving resource efficiency.
Among the potential applications are curved architectural facades, decorative structures and complex geometric designs that can be integrated directly into building components.
The presentation highlighted several aspects of the technology:
- Industrial 3D Printing: Automated concrete printing for architectural and construction applications.
- Robotics and Artificial Intelligence: Robotic control and AI integration throughout the printing process.
- Recyclable Materials: The use of recycled plastic and alternative materials.
- Resource Efficiency: A construction approach focused on material efficiency and reduced waste.
ICONIC LIVING Resort: A Wellness Development Built Around Advanced Technology
BIG BALI GROUP also introduced ICONIC LIVING Resort, described by its developer as the world's first five-star wellness resort on an ocean cliff built using 3DCP and Aluminum Formwork System (AFS) technologies.
The 3.5-hectare development is planned across four stages, with a total of 400 apartments and 80 premium ocean-view villas. Its architectural identity features flowing, organic concrete facades produced using next-generation 3D concrete printing technology.
The resort concept is organised around four elements: Water, Fire, Earth and Air. These elements are incorporated into the project's architecture, interior design and overall resort environment.
Manta Livin Uluwatu Begins the First Development Phase
Manta Livin Uluwatu represents the first development stage of ICONIC LIVING Resort and is already under construction in collaboration with Fang Zheng Jing Dao. The project is situated in southern Uluwatu, near Nyang Nyang Beach.
Its architectural components incorporate LEGENDS 3D's concrete printing technology, which was demonstrated during the forum through the Manta Livin Uluwatu project. According to the organisers, this marked the first demonstration of this technology in Indonesia.
The initial phase comprises 25 premium villas across the Shell Villas, Haven Villas and Delmar Villas categories, alongside 85 ocean-view apartments and penthouses.
Planned lifestyle facilities and services include spa and longevity programmes, yoga and meditation, ocean-view fitness facilities, healthy nutrition, medical spa services, personalised health monitoring and smart-space technologies.
The development reflects the growing intersection between real estate, hospitality, wellness and lifestyle-oriented investment in Bali.
Aluminum Formwork and Integrated Interior Solutions
Fang Zheng Jing Dao also presented its Chinese Aluminum Formwork System (AFS), a construction technology designed to accelerate building processes. According to the company, the system can enable the structural construction of a villa, including mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) networks, to be completed in four days compared with the usual 30 days.
The forum also featured the first presentation of Cosmo Home, a Chinese supplier of home and finishing materials. Its capabilities include supply-chain management, kitchen solutions and complete furniture packages. The company has already established its first showroom in Bali.
Together, these companies form part of China Construction Group's integrated B2B ecosystem, which aims to provide Indonesian developers, contractors and property owners with services covering foundations, structural components, facades, windows, furniture and final interior finishing.
Government Leaders and International Industry Experts Attend
The forum attracted senior government representatives, business leaders, academics, architects and international investment professionals.
Among the distinguished attendees were Dr. Sultan Baktiar Najamudin, Chairman of the Senate of the Republic of Indonesia (DPD RI), who opened the business programme; Ahmad Ridha Sabana, Special Envoy of the President of Indonesia for MSMEs, Creative Economy and Digital; and Dr. Aris Marsudiyanto, Head of the Development Control and Special Investigation Agency of the Republic of Indonesia.
Representatives from Bali included Dr. Ida Bagus Rai Dharmawijaya Mantra, Ni Luh Putu Ary Pertami Djelantik and I Komang Merta Jiwa, all senators representing Bali Province at DPD RI.
Other participants included Rudy Susmanto, Regent of Bogor Regency; Ade Ruhandi, Vice Regent of Bogor Regency; and Bernardino Moningka Vega, Deputy Chairman for International Relations at KADIN Indonesia.
Industry presentations covered several areas of development, including sustainable architecture, wellness tourism, hospitality management, digital marketing, construction innovation and international business networking.
Speakers included Ding Ding, architect and co-founder of LEGENDS 3D; Prof. Dr. Mu Jun of Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture; Haotian Man, founder of Atelier Maneuver; and Kusuma Ida Anjani, Chairwoman of the Indonesian Wellness & Spa Association (ASPI).
Additional discussions addressed international investment, business dispute resolution, sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, seawater desalination, waste-to-energy solutions and the use of Chinese digital platforms such as Red, Douyin and WeChat to connect businesses with international markets.
Government, Investment and Development: Building Cross-Border Business Opportunities
The second half of the forum featured a panel discussion titled "Government | Investment | Development," bringing together government representatives, investors and property developers to discuss how public-private cooperation can attract international capital and translate investment into real projects.
For China Construction Group, the event also served as an opportunity to establish relationships with Indonesian developers, property owners, builders and architects. Its integrated business network offers access to 3D-printed architectural components, aluminum formwork systems, precast concrete panels, residential construction and interior finishing solutions.
As Indonesia continues to develop its housing, infrastructure, tourism and property sectors, collaboration between international technology providers and local industry stakeholders could create additional opportunities for investment, manufacturing and construction innovation.
Looking Ahead: Indonesia-China Cooperation in Construction and Property Development
The Indonesia-China Bridge Forum 2026 demonstrated the potential for international partnerships to contribute to Indonesia's development through investment, manufacturing, innovative construction methods and integrated business solutions.
From the proposed construction of 1,000 affordable urban homes to a US$20 million-plus manufacturing investment and the introduction of 3D concrete printing technology, the projects presented at the event illustrate the breadth of cooperation being pursued between Indonesian and Chinese business communities.
For Bali, the developments also highlight the growing relationship between property investment, hospitality, wellness tourism and advanced building technologies.
Chinese investment. Indonesian development. Innovative construction technologies.
About China Construction Group
China Construction Group is a construction ecosystem bringing Chinese capital, innovative technologies and industrial expertise to Indonesia's real estate and infrastructure sectors. Its network includes Fang Zheng Jing Dao, Cosmo Home, LEGENDS 3D and OMNI, covering manufacturing, construction technology, building materials and project delivery.
Through collaboration with Indonesian partners, contractors and local specialists, the group aims to support faster, more sustainable and resource-efficient construction across the region.
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Source: BIG BALI GROUP / Indonesia-China Bridge Forum 2026.
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