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Makassar and BI Sulsel Collaborate to Strengthen Regional Economy
The Makassar City Government and Bank Indonesia (BI) Sulawesi Selatan are strengthening their strategic collaboration to boost the local economy. Mayor Munafri Arifuddin reaffirmed the city's commitment to supporting BI Sulsel’s initiatives, particularly in expanding digital transactions and improving financial literacy. He emphasized the importance of educating the public on…
Korika: AI Can Strengthen the Economy by Boosting Productivity
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to enhance national economic growth by increasing productivity, according to Sri Safitri, Secretary-General of Partnership for Collaboration, Research, and Innovation in AI Industry (Korika). Speaking at a technology forum in Jakarta, she highlighted AI’s ability to automate manufacturing and logistics, optimize supply chains, improve…
BI Jambi Accelerates Food Downstreaming for Regional Economic Independence
Bank Indonesia (BI) Jambi is pushing for the acceleration of food downstreaming to strengthen regional economic resilience. BI Jambi Head Warsono emphasized that the province’s heavy reliance on natural resources makes it vulnerable to global commodity price fluctuations. Developing value-added agricultural products, particularly from palm oil, can enhance economic stability…
The Panjang-Lematang Port Toll Project Potentially Stimulates Economic Growth in Four Regions in West Lampung
The Panjang-Lematang Port Toll Road project is planned to span 11.74 kilometres, to promote economic development in the West Lampung districts, encompassing West Lampung, Tanggamus, Pringsewu, and Pesisir Barat. The project will support the production of commodities in these areas, including agriculture, plantations, livestock, fisheries, forestry, and mining. Agricultural products…
