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The INDONESIAN , (Jakarta)— Indonesia’s economic growth rate of 5.61 percent has drawn widespread attention from various circles, including academics and government policy experts. This figure is viewed as a strong signal that the direction of national economic policies under President Prabowo Subianto is beginning to deliver tangible results and has outperformed many stakeholders’ expectations.
Prof. Dr. Kun Nurachadijat, Expert at the Office of the Presidential Staff of the Republic of Indonesia, stated that this growth is not merely a statistical number, but an early validation of the effectiveness of the government’s economic policy coordination — particularly through its Best Programs with Rapid Results approach, or Quick Wins.
According to him, over the past decade, Indonesia’s growth has generally hovered around the 5 percent mark, leading many to doubt the nation’s ability to achieve higher expansion amid global economic pressures. However, this latest achievement is seen as a clear, tangible response to those doubts.
“The 5.61 percent figure is far more than just statistics. It is a signal that the national economic engine is running on the right track and has begun moving at a faster pace,” said Prof. Kun Nurachadijat.
He explained that this success stems from the government’s bold decision to implement an expansionary yet measured state spending policy since the start of its term. Priority programs previously considered overly ambitious are now showing significant multiplier effects at the grassroots level.
One highlighted example is the Free Nutritious Meals program, which is regarded not only as social assistance but also as a strategic instrument to drive regional economies. The program is said to have created market certainty for MSMEs, farmers, livestock breeders, and catering service providers across various regions in Indonesia.
According to Prof. Kun, this model represents tangible reinforcement of a domestic consumption-based economy — one that directly impacts economic activity in rural communities and strengthens household consumption as the backbone of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Furthermore, the government’s focus on strengthening the food ecosystem and price stability is viewed as a key factor in maintaining people’s purchasing power. Accelerated policies in the food sector have successfully eased inflationary pressures while boosting national agricultural productivity.
“When people’s basic needs are secured and prices remain stable, the economic foundation becomes much stronger. This situation also gives investors confidence that Indonesia is a stable and promising country,” he explained.
Separately, the continuity of industrial downstreaming and accelerated investment have also positively influenced market confidence. Clear policy implementation, combined with a leadership style described as tactical and results-oriented, has ensured a smooth government transition without disrupting national economic stability.
Prof. Kun Nurachadijat emphasized that the 5.61 percent growth figure should be regarded as a stepping stone toward higher economic targets in the future. Although global challenges — such as high interest rates and geopolitical dynamics — remain a concern, he is optimistic that the 8 percent growth target can be achieved gradually.
“The government has demonstrated that strengthening domestic consumption, bureaucratic efficiency, and food sovereignty can serve as a solid foundation to accelerate national economic growth. This momentum must be maintained so that the benefits of growth are truly felt evenly by all Indonesian people,” he concluded.
Reported from various media sources //photo from Google documents // contribution by Prime News Post international online media // news.paper
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