In Indonesia’s push to accelerate national development, one program stands out as a backbone of that effort: the National Strategic Project (Proyek Strategis Nasional/PSN). Enshrined in presidential regulation, PSN is not just a collection of big-name infrastructure plans—it’s Indonesia’s bold strategy to distribute growth more evenly across its many islands and communities.
The idea is simple, but ambitious. PSN consists of carefully chosen projects that promise significant impact. Think: high-speed roads, upgraded ports and airports, expanded energy supply, power grids, food security, and special economic zones. All these fit under PSN’s criteria, which demand alignment with the country’s Mid-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) and strong economic feasibility. To move fast, PSN benefits from streamlined permits and lighter bureaucratic red tape. There are regular reviews to ensure targets and timelines are met—not to cut corners, but so the benefits reach people when they are expected. It’s about creating jobs, lifting living standards, and ensuring that rural or remote regions aren’t left behind. Beyond its economic dimension, PSN also plays a geopolitical role: improving Indonesia’s infrastructure competitiveness, helping unlock investment, and enhancing inter-regional connectivity.
