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In BIMP-EAGA, as elsewhere, these protected areas help preserve cultural heritage, biodiversity, and geological sites of international significance as well as support local economies.

The planned 28,000-hectare economic zone is expected to promote cross-border investment and trade linkages, enhance transport connectivity, and strengthen regional value chains.

Special economic zones can be turned into interconnected engines of growth, particularly along economic corridors, maximizing spillover effects and creating and deepening linkages to the domestic and regional economy.

BIMP-EAGA convened an inception meeting of the new Economic Zones Working Group (EZWG) on Monday, 29 June, in Jakarta.

Adopting a tailored approach, Indonesia leans on the strengths of each eastern region to maximize growth potential.

An ADB-supported initiative will enhance national Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programs in BIMP-EAGA and make them more accessible to MSMEs.

The plan, which aims to spur regional growth, would facilitate the transport of perishable commodities to regional processing centers.

Under the plan, Davao de Oro, Davao Oriental, and Davao Occidental provinces will form the gateway.

The 10-year strategic roadmap seeks to enhance resilience and inclusive development for shared prosperity and sustainability.

A multi-stop travel itinerary in BIMP-EAGA could include the Coral Triangle diving circuit, Borneo rainforest experiences, and cross‑border cultural trails.