Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa stated that he has begun to see positive signs indicating Indonesia’s economy will soon “run fast.” He expressed optimism that several macroeconomic indicators and government policies are aligning to support stronger growth momentum.
Purbaya projects that Indonesia’s economy could grow around 6% in the second half of 2026, supported by effective fiscal policy, greater private sector participation, and economic stimulus measures. He also emphasized that the government does not plan to increase taxes or public burdens, as that could slow down growth and reduce public welfare. Additionally, Purbaya is working to restructure the state budget, including withdrawing idle funds from ministries and agencies by the end of October to ensure better spending efficiency. He believes that giving more room to the private sector is crucial for Indonesia to achieve growth above 5%.
