Indonesia-China Forum in Bali Discusses 1,000 Affordable Homes and New Construction Tech
On October 29, 2026, an Indonesia-China investment forum held at a resort in Uluwatu, Bali, announced a contract to build 1,000 affordable homes for low-income families and introduced 3D concrete printing technology for a planned wellness resort in Uluwatu. The event highlighted deepening bilateral cooperation in property and construction.
On October 29, 2026, the "Indonesia-China Bridge Forum" was held at the Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa in Badung Regency, Bali, drawing more than 1,000 participants from Indonesia, China, Singapore and Hong Kong, including government officials, investors, developers and construction firms.
A key outcome was the signing of a contract to build 1,000 urban homes for low-income families, part of President Prabowo Subianto's national program to build two million affordable homes. The project involves Indonesia's Chamber of Commerce (KADIN), China Construction Group and BIG BALI GROUP, and will adopt an "Urban Farming Houses" concept allowing residents to grow fruits and vegetables in shared garden areas.
On the construction technology side, China Construction Group, BIG BALI GROUP and Fang Zheng Jing Dao have begun building Indonesia's first precast concrete panel factory, with an investment exceeding US$20 million. The forum also showcased 3D Concrete Printing (3DCP) technology combining robotics and artificial intelligence.
Additionally, organizers unveiled plans for "ICONIC LIVING Resort," a wellness resort development using 3DCP and aluminum formwork systems. Its first phase, Manta Livin Uluwatu, is currently under development in the Uluwatu area. Developers claim the aluminum formwork system can complete villa structuresâincluding electrical wiring and utilitiesâin four days, compared to roughly 30 days using conventional methods.
This forum does not represent an emergency affecting tourists or residents directly, but rather signals medium- to long-term investment trends in Indonesia's housing, real estate, and construction sectors.
Things to Consider
Foreigners considering real estate investment or villa purchases in Bali should verify construction track records, warranty terms, and building permits (IMB/PBG) for any project using the newly announced 3DCP or precast construction methods. Those planning long-term stays or investments near Uluwatu should consult local real estate and legal experts, as new developments in the area may affect traffic and infrastructure conditions over the coming years.
Source: detikcom