Jakarta, Aug. 12 -- Sovereign wealth fund Danantara is strengthening Indonesia's role as a global investment leader, according to House of Representatives (DPR) member Mohamad Hekal.

Hekal stated that in recent months, Danantara has been actively building global partnerships, including with other sovereign wealth funds.

"In my opinion, Danantara's steps are very good. This is exactly the role we expect from Danantara - to act as an investment guide, especially for foreign investors, whether private institutions or SWFs," he noted in a written statement received here on Tuesday.

He praised Danantara's efforts in attracting global investors to Indonesia, noting that its function as an investment guide is vital in directing incoming capit...