Daftarsbmptn.com – Minister of Defense and national political figure, Prabowo Subianto, paid a working visit to Papua to provide direct guidance to regional heads. The visit emphasized the important role of regional governments in driving Indonesia’s economic growth and maintaining its global position, currently ranked 8th in the world.
In his remarks, Prabowo emphasized that economic development is not solely the responsibility of the central government but also requires the active participation of regional governments.
“Regional governments have enormous potential that can be optimized for national economic growth. Regional heads must be able to drive development in their respective regions,” he said.
Prabowo emphasized that although Indonesia has reached 8th place in the world economy, the challenges ahead remain significant. Global competition demands innovation, productivity, and the maximum utilization of local resources. Papua, with its rich natural resources and potential human resources, is considered to have a strategic role in supporting national economic growth.
One of the focuses of Prabowo’s directives was increasing local capacity in managing economic potential. He emphasized the importance of collaboration between regional governments, the private sector, and communities to create a sustainable economic ecosystem. Development programs must be designed with attention to regional potential and the needs of local communities.
Prabowo also emphasized the importance of empowering MSMEs in Papua as a driving force for economic growth. He reminded regional heads to support local businesses with access to capital, training, and adequate infrastructure. This way, MSMEs can contribute more to national economic growth and create jobs for the community.
In his directive, Prabowo emphasized innovation and technology. Regional heads were asked to utilize digital technology to improve administrative efficiency, expand market access for local products, and enhance the quality of public services. The digitalization of the regional economy is considered key to optimally channeling Papua’s potential to national and international markets.
The regional heads in attendance welcomed Prabowo’s directive and expressed their readiness to implement development strategies aligned with the national vision. Several regional heads also proposed innovative programs that integrate infrastructure development, community empowerment, and sustainable natural resource management.
Furthermore, Prabowo emphasized the importance of social stability and security as the foundation for economic development. Without security and stability, investment and economic development will be difficult to achieve. Therefore, coordination between the central government, regional governments, and security forces is an integral part of the economic development strategy in Papua.
The visit also included an open discussion on investment opportunities and human resource development. Prabowo emphasized that investment must be directed toward productive sectors that can increase regional economic value and create jobs. Vocational education and training are also priorities so that Papuans can compete and contribute to national development.
With this direction, Prabowo hopes Papua can serve as an example of how local governments can drive the Indonesian economy to continue its rise in the global arena. Increasing regional capacity, community empowerment, technology utilization, and social stability are considered key to ensuring Indonesia’s economic growth is not only sustainable but also inclusive.
In conclusion, Prabowo’s visit to Papua emphasized that national economic success depends heavily on synergy between the central and regional governments. Regional heads have a strategic role to play in optimizing local potential, supporting the growth of MSMEs, and utilizing technology, so that Indonesia can maintain its position as the world’s eighth-largest economy and continue to compete globally.