The Queensland Government is holding talks with Indonesian officials this week as part of efforts to attract resources investment.
It has also announced a trade mission to Chile, Peru and Columbia to expand critical minerals collaboration and seek deals with mining equipment, technology and services companies.
The South American delegation will take part in several education expos to position Queensland as a premier destination for students looking to study in Australia.
Indonesian government representatives, investors and mining leaders are meeting in Brisbane today at the IndOz 2026 Mining and Resources Industry Roundtable.
Discussions will focus on investment opportunities in key resource commodities, including coal and critical minerals.
The will build on existing commercial ties including Dhilmar Limited’s acquisition of Anglo American’s five steel-making coal mines this year, supporting 3550 Queensland jobs.
Minister for Natural Resources and Mines Dale Last said Queensland was ready to work with Indonesian partners to unlock new investment and jobs.
“Queensland and Indonesia are both resource powerhouses, and there is a huge opportunity to do more together,” he said.
“We want Indonesia and global investors to choose Queensland as a destination for investment, jobs and long-term growth.”
Australia Indonesia Business Council Queensland Vice Chair David Widjaja said the roundtable provided an important opportunity for investors, industry and government to strengthen connections and identify new opportunities for collaboration.
“Through this Roundtable we want Indonesian investors to know that the Queensland Government welcomes their investment and is committed to working alongside them to help make their investments successful,” he said.
The trade mission to Chile, Peru and Columbia will build on Queensland’s growing relationship with Latin America, where goods exports increased 20.5 percent to $1.5 billion in 2025-26.
Minister for Trade Ros Bates said the Government was focused on turning Queensland’s international relationships into real commercial outcomes.
“Latin America is a natural fit for Queensland because our economies share strengths in sectors such as resources and mining, agriculture and education,” Ms Bates said.
“By strengthening our ties within Latin America, we are strengthening the foundation for more resilient supply chains, greater market access and stronger relationships that will deliver long-term prosperity for our State.”
