Jakarta, Aug. 5 -- Deputy Minister of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Kartika Wirjoatmodjo is advocating regulations to encourage electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers in Indonesia to switch from the commonly used lithium-based batteries to nickel-based ones.

"We are pushing for regulations for Indonesian EV factories, including car manufacturers, to shift from lithium-based to nickel-based batteries," he stated after attending the 2025 International Battery Summit in Jakarta on Tuesday.

Wirjoatmodjo explained that SOEs have engaged in electric vehicle battery projects, such as joint projects with CATL and Huayou, and called for increased investment in the midstream industry.

"Many factories operating in Indonesia are currently lithium-ba...