FHI 2026 Opens in Jakarta, Driving Hospitality Growth
Food & Hospitality Indonesia (FHI) 2026, Indonesia's premier international B2B food, beverage, hospitality, and tourism exhibition, officially opened on 21 July 2026 at Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran. Celebrating its 20th edition, FHI brings together global exhibitors, hospitality professionals, hotel owners, foodservice operators, investors, and government leaders to strengthen international trade, encourage investment, and accelerate innovation across Indonesia's rapidly expanding hospitality and tourism sectors.
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| Officials cut the ribbon to mark the opening of FHI 2026 at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, 21 July 2026. |
Food & Hospitality Indonesia (FHI) 2026 Officially Opens, Strengthening Global Partnerships Amid Strong Domestic Market Growth
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Jakarta, 21 July 2026 – Indonesia's resilient domestic market continues to provide a strong foundation for the growth of the country's food, beverage, and hospitality industries. Against the backdrop of rising consumer spending, the expansion of the hospitality sector, and increasing investment in the foodservice industry, Food & Hospitality Indonesia (FHI) 2026 officially opened on Tuesday, 21 July, at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo), Kemayoran.
A Milestone 20th Edition
Now in its 20th edition, FHI once again reinforces its position as Indonesia's leading Business-to-Business (B2B) international trade exhibition, bringing together domestic and global industry players to expand trade opportunities, attract investment, and foster strategic cross-border partnerships.
Official Opening Ceremony
The official opening of FHI 2026 was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Minister of Tourism Widiyanti Putri Wardhana, Deputy for Cultural Creativity and Design at the Ministry of Creative Economy Yuke Sri Rahayu, Country General Manager of PT Pamerindo Indonesia Lia Indriasari, and Portfolio Director of Food & Hospitality Indonesia Meysia Stephanie, representing the event organiser. The presence of these distinguished guests underscored the importance of close collaboration between the government and the private sector in strengthening the global competitiveness of Indonesia's food, beverage, and hospitality industries.
Minister of Tourism's Remarks
In her opening remarks, Minister of Tourism Widiyanti Putri Wardhana highlighted FHI 2026 as a strategic platform for strengthening the synergy between the food, beverage, hospitality, and tourism sectors. She emphasized that the continued development of these industries plays a crucial role in enhancing visitor experiences while reinforcing the competitiveness of Indonesia's tourism destinations on the global stage.
"Indonesia's tourism industry today offers more than destinations, it delivers meaningful experiences through gastronomy and world-class hospitality, both of which have become strategic assets in strengthening the Wonderful Indonesia. In support of this vision, FHI serves as an important platform that connects local producers with international buyers, encourages investment, and fosters partnerships to build a more innovative, resilient, and globally competitive tourism ecosystem," said Widiyanti.
Strong Economic Backdrop
According to Statistics Indonesia (Badan Pusat Statistik/BPS), Indonesia's economy grew by 5.61 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026. Among all economic sectors, the [article text continues — paste the remainder of your press release here to complete this section].
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Food & Hospitality Indonesia (FHI) 2026?
FHI 2026 is Indonesia's leading Business-to-Business (B2B) international trade exhibition for the food, beverage, and hospitality industries, held at Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo), Kemayoran. It is now in its 20th edition.
When and where did FHI 2026 open?
FHI 2026 officially opened on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) in Kemayoran, Jakarta.
Who officiated the opening ceremony of FHI 2026?
The ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by Minister of Tourism Widiyanti Putri Wardhana, Deputy for Cultural Creativity and Design at the Ministry of Creative Economy Yuke Sri Rahayu, Country General Manager of PT Pamerindo Indonesia Lia Indriasari, and Portfolio Director of Food & Hospitality Indonesia Meysia Stephanie.
How is Indonesia's economy performing ahead of FHI 2026?
According to Statistics Indonesia (BPS), Indonesia's economy grew by 5.61 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, providing a strong foundation for growth in the food, beverage, and hospitality sectors.
Why is FHI important for Indonesia's tourism industry?
FHI connects local producers with international buyers, encourages investment, and fosters partnerships that strengthen Indonesia's gastronomy and hospitality offerings, supporting the country's Wonderful Indonesia tourism vision.
