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Purbaya, The Minister of Finance Optimistic That Indonesia’s Economy Will Gradually Brighten
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa expressed growing confidence that Indonesia’s economic outlook will improve gradually, thanks to the government’s ongoing strategy to strengthen the economy. He used the metaphor that, while the economy had previously seemed “dark,” it would soon be “a little brighter,” with continued improvement into the future.…
Indonesia Unveils USD 1 Billion Stimulus Package to Create Jobs, Boost Economy
Facing economic pressures and aiming to strengthen job creation, the Indonesian government has announced a USD 1 billion stimulus package designed to revitalise the economy. The funds will be deployed across several priority areas to ensure that the stimulus has both immediate and lasting impact. Several short-term acceleration programmes that…
Indonesia Strengthens MSMEs as The Backbone of The National Economy
The Indonesian government is ramping up efforts to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), recognising their vital role in driving growth and reducing poverty. As of late 2024, there were 56.14 million MSMEs, with around 96.84% classified as micro businesses earning up to IDR 2 billion annually. These enterprises…
The West Sumatra Creative Economy Festival Generates IDR 1.9 Billion in Transactions
On 12-14 September 2025, the West Sumatra Creative Economy Festival (SCF) was held at the Bank Indonesia Representative Office (KPwBI) in West Sumatra Province. The SCF recorded transactions of up to IDR 1.9 billion and was attended by 1,456 visitors. The objective of the event was to promote and develop…
